Supreme Court Keeps Social Media Protections in Place

Supreme Court Keeps Social Media Protections in Place

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses two Supreme Court cases questioning if social media companies can be held liable for enabling terrorism. The Court avoided ruling on Section 230, a law shielding these companies from most content-related lawsuits. The debate on Section 230 continues, with federal judges seeking guidance. Social media companies see the Court's decision as a temporary win, but the issue remains complex and unresolved.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main legal question the Supreme Court considered regarding social media companies?

If they can be held accountable for enabling terrorism

If they can censor political content

Whether they can be held liable for spreading misinformation

Whether they should pay taxes on advertisements

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Supreme Court avoid making a decision on Section 230?

They had already made a decision on it previously

They wanted to support social media companies

They believed the case lacked sufficient evidence

They found the issue too simple

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Section 230 primarily known for?

Providing tax benefits to tech companies

Shielding social media companies from most user content lawsuits

Regulating internet service providers

Ensuring net neutrality

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the debate around Section 230?

It has been resolved by the Supreme Court

It is ongoing with calls for more guidance

It is no longer relevant

It has been repealed

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do social media companies view the Supreme Court's recent decision?

As a permanent victory

As irrelevant to their operations

As a temporary win

As a major setback