Part 10/18:
The Power Dynamics of Content Moderation
There’s concern over how platforms influence information flow—favoring certain narratives over others. For example, moderation of political content often reflects ideological biases of platform owners, with de-platforming targeting marginalized voices or controversial figures. The case of Trump’s tweets exemplifies this tension: some argue he was allowed to violate policies because his messaging was "newsworthy," while echoing debates on free speech vs. platform responsibility.
He advocates for a model where content is open and uncurated, emphasizing that the medium shapes the message. Algorithmic curation inevitably favors profit and engagement, often at the expense of truth and diversity.