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Doing Government on Twitter

Strict Scrutiny

CHAPTER

The Role of Social Media in Democracy

This chapter explores the implications of a forthcoming ruling on the classification of certain Twitter accounts as state action. The speakers express concerns about the anti-democratic trend of blocking and censoring constituents online, while highlighting the importance of social media in fostering public participation and accountability of elected officials. The chapter also discusses the oral arguments made in a case regarding government officials' use of social media and the concept of duty for elected public officials.

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