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Northwoods 07-03-2020 10:23 PM

Frustrated with Facebook censorship
 
A few friends on Facebook have posted articles... Facebook feels that these articles are incorrect. OK. But Facebook doesn't allow me to see the post, they "overshadow" it and say the post is incorrect. Then they link to something that tells you why they post is incorrect.
My issue is.. let me read the post!!! Facebook can tell me why they think (or know) it's fraudulent... but let me read the post!!!
I feel this is censorship... and I find it really annoying and frustrating.
Does anyone know of another Social Media platform that doesn't impose this censorship?

John41 07-04-2020 02:01 AM

Try the social media website Parler.

JimJohnson 07-04-2020 04:14 AM

I agree with Facebook. The average American does not process information with facts, they use emotional feeling like, “Well, my Daddy says”. When we move away from Medical Experts and listen to the loudest voice, we’re in trouble.

Two Bills 07-04-2020 04:19 AM

Facebook should be a registered Notifiable Disease.:icon_wink:

charlieo1126@gmail.com 07-04-2020 09:50 AM

All you have to do I read this site for a week and realize Facebook has a good idea

Rrgolf 07-04-2020 10:19 AM

Parler

JoMar 07-04-2020 10:40 AM

Facebook, and I believe Twitter are both trying to manage the inflammatory posts. There are a lot of followers that get their news and hear what their positions should be as dictated by their friends. While you may be able to filter, posters know you are in the minority are searching for those that won't. Since those are the only two I look at I personally don't have an option with those filters.

TexaninVA 07-04-2020 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by JimJohnson (Post 1797362)
... The average American does not process information with facts, they use emotional feeling like, “Well, my Daddy says”. ...


This provides a brilliant light into the workings of self-described elitist thinking ... astonishingly arrogant but unintentionally revealing. It's then used to support censorship by "the betters" such as Facebook?? :ohdear:


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GoodLife 07-04-2020 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimJohnson (Post 1797362)
I agree with Facebook. The average American does not process information with facts, they use emotional feeling like, “Well, my Daddy says”. When we move away from Medical Experts and listen to the loudest voice, we’re in trouble.

The average American is smarter than you think

So should we listen to Dr Fauci when he said

The risk is miniscule to Americans
Face masks don't work
Travel bans don't work
Pandemics are never driven by asymptomatics

Or do we listen when he says the exact opposite?

JGVillages 07-04-2020 02:31 PM

Social Media at it’s onset was, and I emphasize was, a great platform for socializing with friends and relatives. It has now degenerated into a”National Enquirer” online rag that allows unsubstantiated postings placed just for the posters benefit. Unfortunately the powers to be at these social media sites now choose to filter content to meet their so called beliefs and standards. Just continue to read these posts then wait a few days, or weeks, to actually discover if they are truth or fiction. Too polluted for me.

Strongel 07-04-2020 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Northwoods (Post 1797352)
A few friends on Facebook have posted articles... Facebook feels that these articles are incorrect. OK. But Facebook doesn't allow me to see the post, they "overshadow" it and say the post is incorrect. Then they link to something that tells you why they post is incorrect.
My issue is.. let me read the post!!! Facebook can tell me why they think (or know) it's fraudulent... but let me read the post!!!
I feel this is censorship... and I find it really annoying and frustrating.
Does anyone know of another Social Media platform that doesn't impose this censorship?

There is censorship in many places, YouTube for sure. I’ve heard people calling it FB prison and they get released a few months later. What is troubling is that a lot is that sometimes some puffed up person arbitrarily makes the decision. When this happens I find it difficult...was going to use another word. We are losing our freedoms bit by bit as we are silenced if another disagrees. I think it is a real opportunity for other platforms to arise. I don’t mean anything goes, common sense simple rules need to be stated.

Bucco 07-04-2020 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Strongel (Post 1797740)
There is censorship in many places, YouTube for sure. I’ve heard people calling it FB prison and they get released a few months later. What is troubling is that a lot is that sometimes some puffed up person arbitrarily makes the decision. When this happens I find it difficult...was going to use another word. We are losing our freedoms bit by bit as we are silenced if another disagrees. I think it is a real opportunity for other platforms to arise. I don’t mean anything goes, common sense simple rules need to be stated.

If we are ridding ourselves of those who spread lies and untruth, then I suggest that maybe we are getting freedom back !

Facebook, Twitter, etc., are a thorn in the side of anyone searching for truth, honesty or morality. The tool of those who wish to rile the citizenry, spread hate and chaos.

Number 10 GI 07-04-2020 03:56 PM

It is exactly what all fascists/communists/socialists have done in every country they control. Allow no dissenting opinion of their dogma because it won't stand up to the light of truth.

Bucco 07-04-2020 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Number 10 GI (Post 1797773)
It is exactly what all fascists/communists/socialists have done in every country they control. Allow no dissenting opinion of their dogma because it won't stand up to the light of truth.

Dissenting opinion is in a different world than LYING, DISTORTION OF FACTS, PERSONAL SLANDER.

NOT ONE person should ever stoop to the level of relying on Facebook or Twitter for news or issues. It is distorted greatly, and the changes at those two platforms are aiming at stopping the "outside influences" very much at play in both places. They need to be stronger.

If anyone wishes facts so they can develop a HEALTHY, logical opinion, these type places are a EXTREME TABOO. They do not present the truth, and all sides of any issue use them....the loudest wins ? Having a message that translates well on these type of sites, does not make them the correct message.

We all make our own opinion, but it has to be based on truths.

Stu from NYC 07-04-2020 04:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bucco (Post 1797793)
Dissenting opinion is in a different world than LYING, DISTORTION OF FACTS, PERSONAL SLANDER.

NOT ONE person should ever stoop to the level of relying on Facebook or Twitter for news or issues. It is distorted greatly, and the changes at those two platforms are aiming at stopping the "outside influences" very much at play in both places. They need to be stronger.

If anyone wishes facts so they can develop a HEALTHY, logical opinion, these type places are a EXTREME TABOO. They do not present the truth, and all sides of any issue use them....the loudest wins ? Having a message that translates well on these type of sites, does not make them the correct message.

We all make our own opinion, but it has to be based on truths.

Hard to find journalists who are objective these days or allowed to be by their bosses


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