First Amendment
Ohio state representative Al Cutrona introduces anti-social-media-censorship bill
While it’s not expected to pass, it shows growing discontent with social media platforms policing opinions.
Florida veteran sues Facebook for First Amendment violation, alleging censorship collusion with Biden administration
Richard Rogalinski was censored by Facebook several times.
White House meets with Facebook about “misinformation,” warned that FB would be the “No. 1” pandemic story
The collusion continues, a new report suggests.
Judge issues injunction against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ vaccine passport ban
DeSantis’ attempt to protect civil liberties is crushed.
Woonsocket RI mayor is sued for censoring criticism on Facebook
An alleged First Amendment violation.
FTC PrivacyCon 2021 speaker pushes for INCREASED labeling of “COVID-19 disinformation” on social media
They also questioned when it’s more effective to “just outright delete COVID misinformation” rather than just labeling it.
Teacher who criticized BLM and riots on Facebook sues school district after being fired
The teacher is suing on First Amendment violation grounds.
FB oversight board member says free speech “is not an absolute human right”
Supports limiting speech.
White House: If you’re banned for “misinformation” on one platform, you should be banned from ALL platforms
More calls for censorship from the Federal Government.
Biden’s Press Secretary admits Federal Government is flagging content for Facebook to censor
The announcement is raising First Amendment violation flags.