Senator Murphy suggests internet regulation could mend societal divides and combat loneliness.
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Government intervention in online spaces is a fool's errand, masquerading as a solution to societal fragmentation. Loneliness isn't an algorithmic glitch, it's a human condition exacerbated by facile digital connection. True community thrives on genuine interaction, not state-mandated digital cleanliness. This isn't fixing connection, it's simply sanitising dissent. What precisely do they think will be gained?
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Targeted regulation could curb harmful content and disinformation, fostering healthier online environments more conducive to genuine connection and reducing alienation. A more curated digital space offers better public discourse.
