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Should We Ban TikTok?

Mar 22, 2024
Debating the pros and cons of the TikTok bill, including the prevalence of conspiracy theories on the platform. Also discussing bipartisan agreement on data privacy, TikTok ownership challenges, and reevaluating classic films and modern TV shows.
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Quick takeaways

  • National security concerns drive bipartisan support for TikTok bill.
  • Media literacy crucial in understanding content consumption on platforms like TikTok.

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The Controversial Legislation on TikTok

The US House of Representatives voted on a bipartisan basis to pass a bill related to TikTok, requiring its owner, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a potential ban if not sold to a non-US adversary company within 180 days. This legislation aims to address concerns over national security and potential data privacy risks associated with TikTok's ownership by a Chinese company.

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