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A ham-handed bill attacks the First Amendment in the name of protecting minors from online harm (US) (reason.com)
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A discussion of the problems with KOSA, the Kids Online Safety Act.

"The powers granted by KOSA would invite more unconstitutional mischief, especially in the hands of ideologically driven, politically ambitious attorneys general, who could decide to target "hate speech," discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity, or other controversial content they view as harmful. Although that might not be the destination that KOSA's supporters have in mind, the road they are paving with their good intentions includes dangerous detours with clearly marked signs."

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[–] thenexusofprivacy@lemmy.sdf.org 1 points 1 year ago

If you’re in the US, https://www.stopkosa.com/ has a form to contact Congress. Or look up your Senators' phone numbers here and call them directly. Tell them you want to oppose S. 1409, the Kids Online Safety Act because it won't help keep kids safe and it attacks the first ammendment.