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Who’s to say? Facebook, Trump and free speech

May 6, 2021
Hal Hudson, Technology correspondent for The Economist, discusses the Facebook Oversight Board's controversial decision to uphold Donald Trump's ban, highlighting broader implications for free speech and social media regulation. Abdullah Latif, a former prisoner turned advocate, sheds light on the cruel realities of juvenile sentencing in America, calling for reforms that prioritize rehabilitation. The conversation also touches on the unexpected success of a Broadway musical in China that tackles mental health issues, sparking vital discussions in a society often reluctant to confront such topics.
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