Part 8/14:
He makes a case for transparency and fair enforcement of policies, emphasizing that platforms should clarify their Terms of Service and enforce rules without bias. While supporting the idea that content promoting violence or illegal acts should be removed, he warns against censorship that simply suppresses unpopular opinions or controversial perspectives.
Pakman highlights the danger of “silent censorship,” where algorithms and moderation decisions disproportionately silence certain viewpoints, often along ideological lines. He suggests that “regulation” should focus on transparency, fairness, and ensuring that content moderation does not evolve into ideological suppression.