The Daily A Major Ruling From Facebook’s ‘Supreme Court’
May 6, 2021
Cecilia Kang, a New York Times technology and regulatory policy reporter, sheds light on Facebook's oversight board decision regarding Trump's ban after the Capitol riot. She discusses the board as Facebook's ‘Supreme Court’ and its complex role in balancing free speech with moderation. The ruling highlighted the need for clearer guidelines from Facebook and sparked bipartisan criticism. Kang also touches on the broader implications of this decision for content governance in social media and the ongoing challenges it poses.
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Facebook's Oversight Board
- Facebook created an Oversight Board to handle difficult speech decisions.
- This board, likened to a "Supreme Court," aims to create a governance structure reflecting community desires.
Board's Purpose
- The Oversight Board is intended to relieve Facebook from making every difficult content decision.
- Users and Facebook itself can appeal decisions to this board.
Board Composition and Funding
- The Oversight Board consists of 20 international members, including journalists, politicians, and activists.
- Facebook funded the board with a $130 million trust, raising questions about independence.