The New Shadowbanning Panic
Politics
United States
Started January 29, 2026
Is TikTok censoring users on behalf of the Trump administration?
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The New Shadowbanning Panic
The Atlantic (United States) | Jan 28, 2026
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Jan 29, 2026
Claims of shadowbanning are exaggerated and distract from the real issues of user behavior and platform algorithms affecting visibility.
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The debate over TikTok's censorship practices highlights the broader implications of government influence on social media platforms.
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TikTok's alleged censorship reflects a concerning trend where social media platforms silence dissenting voices under government pressure.
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If TikTok is indeed shadowbanning users, it poses a serious threat to free speech and the diversity of opinions online.
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The focus on TikTok's censorship overlooks the responsibility of users to engage constructively rather than rely on platforms for visibility.
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