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Kicking Trump Off Social Media Won't Save Democracy, Say Antitrust Experts

"If these firms are so powerful that they can be the primary gatekeepers between a president and the public, then they have outgrown democratic control." 

Brett Wilkins · Jan 13, 2021

Legislators and advocates are increasingly urging the breaking up of tech titans like Facebook and Google. (Image: Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images)

The American tech giant Google LLC is facing three antitrust lawsuits. (Photo: Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

'We Are at a Monumental Turning Point': Sued by 38 Attorneys General, Google Hit With Third Antitrust Case

Jessica Corbett · Dec 17, 2020

A smartphone is operated in front of Google, Apple, Facebook, and Amazon logos in Hédé-Bazouges, France, on September 28, 2017. (Photo: Damien Meyer/AFP via Getty Images)

33 Groups Urge Biden to Hold Big Tech Accountable and Keep Industry Allies Out of His Administration

Jessica Corbett · Nov 30, 2020

Convention chair Rep. Marcia Fudge (D-Ohio) delivers remarks on the first day of the Democratic National Convention at the Wells Fargo Center on July 25, 2016 in Philadelphia. (Photo: Paul Morigi/WireImage)

We Want Fudge! Rejecting Corporate Stooge Heitkamp, Progressives Back Ohio Congresswoman for USDA Chief

Jessica Corbett · Nov 18, 2020

n Uber Eats delivery worker is seen riding an electric scooter on March 19, 2020 in New York City.

Regulators Urged to Block Uber's "Domination Game" Acquisition of Postmates

Andrea Germanos · Jul 6, 2020

Facebook was hit by a $5 billion fine Wednesday, but some observers felt it was not enough.

Critics Warn FTC's Paltry $5 Billion Fine for FaceBook 'Leaves the Public Vulnerable' to Future Abuse by Tech Giant

"When companies can violate the law, pay big penalties, and still turn a profit while keeping their business model intact, enforcement agencies cannot claim victory."

Eoin Higgins · Jul 24, 2019

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