In a revealing interview on "The Joe Pags Show," FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr joined Joe Pags to discuss the recent admission by Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg that the Biden-Harris administration pressured the company to censor Americans. Carr didn’t mince words, describing the situation as a significant threat to free speech and an "existential crisis for democracy."
Carr elaborated on how the government’s influence on big tech companies, like Facebook, extends to censoring a wide range of protected speech, including comedy, images, and other forms of expression. He highlighted the serious implications of this kind of government overreach, warning that once authorities begin controlling what people can say, it won't be long before they try to influence who people can vote for.
Carr expressed a sense of urgency in the need for more tech leaders like Zuckerberg to speak out against censorship. He also explained the differing approaches between right-leaning and left-leaning FCC commissioners and staff on how to handle these issues. Carr emphasized that these differing policies highlight the ongoing battle over the First Amendment, which he believes is currently under siege.
The conversation also touched on the evolving role of the FCC in an era dominated by digital media. Carr provided insights into how the FCC might adapt to address these challenges, ensuring that the principles of free speech remain intact in the face of growing censorship pressures.
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