Senator John Fetterman discontinued his use of social media platforms and criticized Blusky for it.
In a recent turn of events, Senators John Fetterman and Katie Britt have united in a call for Congress to pass legislation that would bar children under the age of 13 from using social media. This move comes amidst allegations of verbal abuse on the Bluesky microblogging platform, where Fetterman's social media team has identified the environment as more hostile towards him.
Fetterman, a Democrat from Pennsylvania, has been vocal about the issue, publicly calling out Bluesky for condoning death threats against him. However, there is no explicit information on how Bluesky specifically handles death threats targeting politicians like Fetterman in the available search data.
Bluesky, known for its open architecture, faces challenges such as fake accounts and potentially abusive behavior. The platform has been a hotbed for political violence and extremist threats, as indicated by organizations tracking global extremism and political hate speech. The complexities of handling such threats require both technological and legislative approaches, but specifics about Bluesky’s approach are not documented here.
Meanwhile, Fetterman has distanced himself from social media, choosing to focus on his work rather than engaging online. His Republican counterpart, Katie Britt from Alabama, has been more vocal about the issue. Britt has suggested that tech companies should be prohibited from using algorithms to direct certain types of content to young people between the ages of 13 and 17.
Interestingly, Britt and Fetterman have formed a unique friendship outside of work, collaborating on successful legislation. Britt has also pointed out that longer engagement on posts leads to increased revenue for platforms and the viewing of more depressing content.
It's worth noting that this call for legislation is not the first time Britt and Fetterman have worked together. They have previously shown bipartisan cooperation, indicating a shift towards a more collaborative political climate.
As the debate surrounding social media regulations continues, it remains to be seen how Bluesky and other platforms will respond to the growing concerns about online abuse and the impact on young users. For official and precise details on Bluesky’s policies and technical measures to handle threats, it would be advisable to consult Bluesky’s official resources or statements from their moderation team or security policy documents not included in this search.
- Senators John Fetterman and Katie Britt have urged for legislation that would restrict children under 13 from using social media, due to concerns about hostile environments and potential harm, referencing recent incidents on the Bluesky platform.
- Apart from social media regulations, Katie Britt has proposed preventing tech companies from using algorithms to direct certain content to young users aged 13 to 17, citing concerns about increased revenue from longer engagement and exposure to depressing content.
- On mental health and wellness, Fetterman, a proponent of fewer social media engagements, has focused more on his work, while Britt has highlighted the impact of social media on young users' mental health and suggested measures to mitigate it.
