Why Social Media Companies Moderate Users' Posts
Moderation is a process that helps social media sites protect users from harmful content. It helps prevent cyberbullying and radicalization, as well as increase user engagement. Howe ver, users should keep in mind that these measures do not eliminate the content that is posted. Instead, they are necessary to protect users' privacy and the integrity of the communication between users and the site. It Prevents Radicalization Social Media companies should take steps to ensure that they moderate users' posts to prevent radicalization. While Congress will likely not pass legislation to address this problem, we can take action in the form of consumer protection investigations and transparency measures. The FTC and State Attorneys General are able to take action against platforms that do not comply with their code of conduct and allow extremist content. We also can push for voluntary codes of conduct to regulate the behavior of content-moderation platforms. In response to the growin...
