The Substack Controversy
This week, the New York Times reported on Substack’s stance on not banning extremist content on the platform “so long as newsletter writers do not incite violence.” This decision, evoking the First Amendment, is a cop-out. I believe in free speech and protecting the one I stand against, but I do not believe in providing platforms to spread and monetize it. Other platforms like Facebook have developed complex moderation policies. Facebook even has an Oversight Board to advise on ‘the most difficult and significant decisions around content.’ Substack has a clear responsibility to limit hate speech on its platform. All that to say, I am going to explore the possibility of other platforms, but I would also love to hear your thoughts (using this survey) on this specific question.
