Missouri’s Attorney General Andrew Bailey is taking a bold stand against Big Tech dominance, introducing innovative measures that prioritize free speech over corporate censorship.
In a groundbreaking move, Bailey announced a new rule under the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act aimed at dismantling the censorship practices of major social media platforms.
With this measure, users will now have the option to select third-party content moderators, thus breaking the stranglehold that Silicon Valley elites have on information.
As Bailey stated, “Big Tech oligarchs have manipulated the content Missourians see online and silenced voices they don’t like. That ends now.”
This initiative marks Missouri as the first state to implement enforceable actions against corporate censorship.
The new rule requires social media platforms to present users with a "choice screen" upon signing up and every six months thereafter, enabling individuals to bypass pre-selected filters that limit the information they receive.
These actions come in response to growing concerns over censorship and the manipulation of free speech, a topic that has seen escalating debate in recent years.
While critics may fear potential legal challenges, Bailey’s office has expressed confidence in the rule’s ability to withstand scrutiny.
The Missouri Attorney General’s office notes that although previous attempts in states like Florida and Texas faltered, the current legal environment leaves room for states to protect competition in the marketplace of ideas.
This proactive stance aligns with President Donald Trump’s long-standing commitment to defending First Amendment rights.
On his first day in office, Trump enacted an executive order to prevent federal officials from infringing on free speech, setting a clear precedent for future regulations.
As Missouri leads the charge, this measure serves as a critical reminder of the need for accountability and transparency in digital spaces, a domain often dominated by major corporations.
As we see growing frustration among everyday Americans regarding the control Big Tech exerts, Bailey’s actions may set a ripple effect, prompting other states to adopt similar measures.
In a time when the public demands to reclaim their digital voices, Missouri stands at the forefront of this vital movement.
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