At the end of May 2020, Twitter displayed the warning “check your facts” for the first time under a tweet from Donald Trump. In response, the American president threatened to regulate social networks. The leader also issued a decree that appeared to impose sanctions on digital platforms. Social networks will now be held responsible for content shared by third parties. Despite Donald Trump’s stance, Twitter reported a new tweet from the president threatening to shoot rioters.
Facebook refuses to moderate Trump’s comments, unlike Twitter
Facebook has decided to sit idle as the war between Trump and Twitter continues. Mark Zuckerberg’s social network denies it Moderating Donald Trump’s postsNo warnings or reports are issued on Facebook posts where the president openly threatens to shoot Minneapolis rioters. “We have a different policy than Twitter on this issue. I absolutely believe that Facebook should not be the arbiter of the truth of everything people say on the internet. I don’t think private companies in general, and social networks in particular, should be able to do that.” Mark Zuckerberg explains in a press release.
Mark Zuckerberg’s decision angered many Facebook employees, including our colleagues in the New York Times report. Facebook’s head of News Feed design, Ryan Freitas, publicly opposed the group’s CEO. “Mark is wrong and I’m going to try to change his mind by making a lot of noise.” Ryan Freitas says on Twitter: “In the crusade, the people are already gathered” The social network has about fifty employees.
According to information provided by the New York Times, two senior officials said, Resign from Facebook Unless Mark Zuckerberg changes his mind. Employees even organized a “virtual march” to force their CEO to moderate Trump’s posts. Most remote employees took Monday, June 1, off. Their absence messages show their support for the protesters. Since the death of African-American George Floyd in a chokehold by a white police officer, numerous demonstrations have erupted in American cities, including Minneapolis and Washington.
Facebook employees are also working “list of wishes” To Mark Zuckerberg. Despite pressure from his employees Facebook doesn’t seem ready to change its mind. “We recognize the pain that many, especially our Black community, are feeling right now. We encourage our employees to speak up if they disagree with our decisions.” says a spokesperson. Mark Zuckerberg pledged to pay $10 million to organizations fighting racism to calm the dust. To no avail.
Source : New York Times
