My only political-ish flavored post this round - I think 🤔
You may recall, the origin story of this Locals includes my utter exasperation with FB and it’s censoring behavior just prior to the 2020 US presidential election.
I found that their shenanigans were messing with my possibilities on the platform, so I semi-pulled up stakes and started this Planet Andrea Locals project.
And I chose this particular platform for it’s stated stance and ultimately fierce commitment to free speech.
It was a good decision.
Now, 4 years later, it seems appropriate to share this 20min video of Locals co-founder, Dave Rubin having a chat with former Presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy as he shares what’s in his newest book:
“Truths | the Future of America First”
And a lot of what he’s talking about ties right back to the censorship/ 1st amendment conversation. And our ability to see the ‘other side’s‘ best arguments. Critical for heathy and robust debate.
I have some Gate that so deeply approves of this approach - I think it’s one of my 47’s 🤔
But ...