What to Watch for When Jack Dorsey, Sheryl Sandberg Testify on Capitol Hill

The transcript discusses the debate over whether tech giants like Google, Facebook, and Amazon are violating antitrust laws, particularly in relation to suppressing conservative viewpoints. It highlights the role of social media in political campaigns, with a focus on Facebook's impact on elections. The legal and political risks these companies face are examined, alongside the potential for regulatory scrutiny. Upcoming congressional hearings are previewed, with attention to the preparedness of Congress and the testimonies of tech executives.

What are the implications of the First Amendment in relation to antitrust issues concerning social media companies?

How do the views of both liberals and conservatives regarding the size and power of companies like Google and Facebook reflect the current political climate?

In what ways did Facebook contribute to President Trump's election campaign according to Brad Parscale?

What challenges do regulators face when trying to apply antitrust laws to digital companies like Google and Facebook?

How might the perception of social media companies suppressing conservative viewpoints affect their user engagement?

Discuss the significance of the FTC and DOJ's closer look at tech companies in relation to antitrust issues.

What are the potential consequences for Google if they do not send a high-level representative to testify before Congress?