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Why Sen. Brian Schatz thinks child safety bills can trump the First Amendment
Jan 30, 2024
Senator Brian Schatz discusses the challenges of tech regulation in the U.S. and the controversial bill aiming to protect children online by bypassing the First Amendment. They also explore Europe's effective tech regulations and the impact of social media on children's mental health.
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- The Kids Online Safety Act aims to protect children from algorithmically amplified harms on social media by proposing age restrictions and limiting algorithmic boosting of content.
- Regulating the tech industry in the United States is challenging due to polarization and a clunky system of government, but small legislative victories can positively impact people's lives.
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Regulating Social Media for Kids: The Kids Online Safety Act (COSA)
The podcast episode discusses the Kids Online Safety Act (COSA), a controversial piece of legislation that aims to protect kids from algorithmically amplified harms on social media. The bill proposes that children under 13 should not be allowed to be online, and for 13 to 17-year-olds, parental consent is required. Additionally, the bill suggests prohibiting algorithmic boosting of content for those aged 13 to 17 within a single session. The episode highlights the potential negative impact of social media on children's mental health, including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and suicidal tendencies. However, concerns are raised about the tension between protecting children and limiting access to supportive resources such as LGBTQ support or reproductive health information. While there are legal and First Amendment challenges associated with regulating content on the internet, the podcast argues that protecting children's well-being is a compelling government interest that can withstand constitutional scrutiny.
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