TikTok's being banned! No it isn't! Yes it is!
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I know that many people decry social media as being a bane upon society. And sometimes it is - it has allowed the growth of hate groups (and individual haters) and the spread of misinformation and other malignant societal ills.
On the other hand, social media has provided an opportunity for community and friendship and support for people who might not have such things in person (particularly during the isolation of the Pandemic). It has allowed dissemination of small joys, and assistance for people in need, and love for those who are hurting. People with common interests have come together across ages and distances and time. People who are lonely have found others to talk with. Those who are unsure of themselves, have internet cheerleaders to bolster them and provide the confidence they need to tackle new or tough situations. People have been able to diagnose mystery illnesses, and find treatments -- or at least consolation in the knowledge that they are not alone in their suffering. And we have all found enjoyment in a million videos of silly or wonderful animals.
These are all Good Things. And yet they might disappear, because Government Reasons that I do not quite understand. I would drill down into the theory behind the ban, but life is hard enough without learning more about things that annoy me right now.
I am sad for everyone, because if the ban goes through, it will be a tremendous loss.
This is why we cannot have nice things.
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