Washington Post – Politics:
Antisemitism has long festered on the internet, but the Israel-Gaza war and the loosening of content moderation on X have propelled it to unprecedented levels.
Author: Elizabeth Dwoskin
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Antisemitism was rising online. Then Elon Musk’s X supercharged it.
Washington Post – Politics:
Antisemitism has long festered on the internet, but the Israel-Gaza war and the loosening of content moderation on X have propelled it to unprecedented levels.
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Musk expected to meet with Netanyahu as antisemitism controversy rages
Washington Post – Politics:
The planned meeting is the latest effort by Musk friends and allies to head off a growing battle with the Anti-Defamation League.
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Come to the ‘war cry party:’ How social media helped drive mayhem in Brazil
Washington Post – Politics:
Just like with Donald Trump’s defeat in 2020, supporters of Jair Bolsanaro used social media, particularly Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, to fuel the anger that exploded on Sunday in Brasilia.
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Elon Musk may soon own Twitter. What will it look like if he does?
Washington Post – Politics:
The Tesla CEO’s fresh offer to buy Twitter for $44 billion represents a win for the firm’s board. But Musk is almost sure to transform the company.
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Sheryl Sandberg’s next chapter: Pledging millions to fight abortion bans
Washington Post – Politics:
Sandberg’s announcement of her donation to the ACLU to fight abortion bans comes just a few days after she leaves Meta.
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Twitter can’t afford to be one of the world’s most influential websites
Washington Post – Politics:
Twitter “has this outsized role in public discourse, but it’s still staffed like a midsize platform,” said Graham Brookie, who tracks influence operations for the Atlantic Council.