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Close to half of American adults favor TikTok ban, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows (www.reuters.com)
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Close to half of American adults favor TikTok ban, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows::Close to half of American adults support a ban on the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey that also asked questions about national security concerns and China.

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[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I had it for two days and I spent over 36 hours on the app.

So that justifies the federal government stepping in to save you from yourself? Should we have a War on Algorithms next? War on drugs has been going swimmingly.

[–] Bye 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Yes I think we should

It’s not just me, there are tons of people who are susceptible to schemes like social media etc. it’s why we don’t let kids smoke and they shouldn’t vape nicotine either. It’s why we regulate gambling, and why we should regulate sugary drinks too.

We didn’t evolve for a world with instant satisfaction, and we can’t cope with it.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

we don’t let kids smoke and they shouldn’t vape nicotine either.

To be clear, we don't ban children from consuming these products. We ban the sale of nicotine products to children. By anyone. The federal government didn't come in and ban Marlboro.

It’s why we regulate gambling, and why we should regulate sugary drinks too.

Regulations creating rules of behavior that apply to all actors. Not just making a law saying people aren't allowed inside the Bellagio.

The difference is super important. Laws need to be applied equally.