Social Media, Free Speech, and Political Narratives

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between social media regulations and free speech, focusing on Elon Musk's Twitter rebranding as X and the contrasting moderation practices of platforms like Facebook. The discussion emphasizes the potential biases in platform policies and their impact on political discourse, election integrity, and government oversight. It also highlights concerns over misinformation, the power dynamics of independent journalism, and the socio-economic challenges related to immigration policies, ultimately advocating for accountability and open debate.