On with Kara Swisher Ken Buck Takes On the Big Tech Boogeyman
Feb 16, 2023
Congressman Ken Buck from Colorado, an outspoken critic of Big Tech and author of "Crushed: Big Tech's War on Free Speech," dives into his proposed TikTok ban and the fight for antitrust legislation. He discusses the implications of Big Tech on free speech, especially concerning youth mental health. Ken also shares insights on the challenges of regulating tech giants like Facebook and Apple, emphasizing the need for public engagement in protecting competition and the complexities of balancing free speech with accountability in the digital age.
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TikTok Ban
- Ken Buck asked the president to declare a national emergency and ban TikTok.
- He believes China gathers data on Americans through TikTok, posing a national security risk.
Big Tech's Influence
- Ken Buck's book "Crushed" describes Big Tech's control over information flow.
- He argues this influence can sway elections and public discourse, citing the Hunter Biden laptop story.
Google Algorithm Change
- Buck claims Google changed its algorithm in 2020, disadvantaging Trump and benefiting Biden.
- He bases this on anecdotal evidence from conservative publishers, lacking concrete proof.
