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Search and select two articles that address one ethical or policy issue regarding social media platforms or social media marketing’s use of platforms. Use credible journalism sources such as business
You will briefly summarize the issue being discussed in the two articles, provide a critique of the points made in these articles and write your reaction in approximately a 2-page summary (double-spaced, 1” margins, 12-pitch font, 500 – 600 words,).
What is the policy or social issue being discussed in the 2 articles? How is the issue relevant to marketing?
Identify each author’s purpose and intent of their respective articles. Clarify whether the two articles provide different points-of-view, identify a different or the same cause or root of the issue. What possible solution or change does each author recommend? Do they provide similar or varying recommended solutions. Describe for each briefly.
Critique the articles: evaluate the value of each article stating whether you agree or disagree with the author, using supporting evidence.
Do they each both provide valid points of concern, or viable solutions to the problem or issue? What might you recommend that is aligned with their views or that offers a different solution?
The two articles address the issue of the lack of meaningful regulation on social media platforms. The first article, “Is Facebook’s legal shield a double-edged sword or a public service?” by Sarah Jeong, published in The Verge, examines the implications of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act and its impact on how platforms such as Facebook deal with slander and other content that could be considered libelous. She argues that by granting tech companies immunity from this type of litigation it allows them to continue to ignore their responsibilities for policing content posted on their platform.
The second article, “Social Media Regulation Is Needed Now More Than Ever” by Lee Rainie and Amy Mitchell published in Pew Research Center’s Internet & American Life Project addresses how regulatory challenges have emerged during an era when technology has transformed many aspects of our lives including politics, relationships, news consumption and commerce. They provide insight into what types of regulations should be placed on social media platforms in order to ensure consumer protection from potential harm due to appropriate use or misuse of user data as well as ensuring transparency about how algorithms are used to influence users’ views. They maintain that more stringent regulations need to be put in place in order for social media companies like Facebook and Twitter to remain accountable for their actions and protect consumers from potential abuses.
The authors both offer solutions for regulating social media platforms. Jeong suggests making changes to Section 230 itself so that there is greater accountability for tech companies when it comes to governing content posted onto their sites, while Rainie and Mitchell recommend stronger oversight regarding user data privacy protocols; they suggest implementing stronger policies around data collection practices as well as providing incentives for organizations who make efforts towards ethical online behavior. Both authors also point out ways in which governments can regulate these platforms through taxation or antitrust enforcement measures which could help alleviate some risks associated with using social media services such as censorship or financial exploitation.
I agree with both authors that regulation is necessary in order to protect consumers from being taken advantage of through various online activities related to marketing campaigns or other forms digital interaction between businesses/brands and users/consumers alike. I believe that there needs to be a balance between protecting individual’s rights while still allowing businesses/organizations the freedom needed operate within reasonable boundaries when conducting business on such services.. In addition, I would suggest further incentivizing organizations who practice responsible online behavior by offering tax breaks or other similar incentives which could act as a reward system encouraging companies adhere strict standards relating specifically advertising practices found within highly visible mediums like social networking sites where most people find themselves spending much time engaging others virtually rather than physically