Regulating social media companies as common carriers, why Congress must continue backing Ukraine, and a new tool for economic development.
| Social media companies and common carrier status Common carriers, which include companies that operate railroads, ferries, and telephone systems, must provide their services without discrimination. Should this categorization be used to regulate how social media companies block users or content? John Villasenor provides an overview of the arguments on both sides and offers his perspective on the debate. Read more |
| We can’t afford Congress wavering in its support for Ukraine Republican House Leader Kevin McCarthy’s no “blank check” for Ukraine comment and a withdrawn letter from the House Democratic Progressive Caucus could be encouraging news for Russian President Vladimir Putin as he continues his invasion. In a recent op-ed, Steven Pifer argues that strong continued U.S. support for Ukraine is central to ending the war on acceptable terms. Read in The Guardian |
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