AI CENSORSHIP ON PLATFORMS ONLINE

The increasing issue of algorithmic censorship on major social media platforms like Facebook and YouTube. How AI-driven moderation systems often misinterpret content, leading to the removal of harmless material, such as a vintage Coppertone ad, due to a lack of contextual understanding. This phenomenon is described as contributing to an enforced "right think," where platforms, despite not being bound by the First Amendment, prioritize risk aversion over free expression, impacting creators and group administrators. The sources emphasize the tension between preserving online communities and complying with automated content policies, even when those policies appear to be overly cautious or incorrect. Ultimately, the author calls for a broader discussion about who dictates acceptable content in the digital public square.