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We the People

Meet the Facebook Supreme Court

May 3, 2024
Legal scholars Michael McConnell and Kenji Yoshino discuss Meta's Oversight Board's key decisions, including Trump's suspension and a Brazilian general's speech. They explore challenges of misinformation and incitement of violence during elections, navigating manipulated media policies, handling sensitive conflicts like Gaza, and promoting civil dialogue and diverse viewpoints within the board.
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Quick takeaways

  • Oversight Board tackles critical issues like misinformation in elections, emphasizing the need for fair content governance.
  • Transparent guidelines and civic engagement drive the Oversight Board to address complex content moderation issues effectively.

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Meta-Oversight Board Structure and Priorities

The Meta-Oversight Board, comprised of 22 individuals globally, deals with content moderation issues in seven areas, including elections. Key concerns under this priority include misinformation, suppression of political voices, and violence/incitement, especially critical with 49% of the global population voting in an upcoming election.

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