Welcome to Repeal Section 230 – Protecting Free Speech and Accountability

Why Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act Needs to Be Repealed

The Communications Decency Act‘s Section 230 is one of the most controversial and widely debated laws in the United States. It grants broad immunity to internet service providers and platforms from legal responsibility for content posted by their users. This has allowed powerful companies to profit off of user-generated content while avoiding accountability for disinformation, hate speech, cyberbullying, and other harmful content that can negatively impact individuals, societies, and democracies.

At Repeal Section 230, we are dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers posed by Section 230 and advocating for its repeal. We believe that companies should be held accountable for the content on their platforms and that free speech and personal safety should be protected.

What is Section 230?

Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (CDA) of 1996 has often been described as the “law that made the internet what it is today.” It protects online platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Google, and others from being held liable for the content posted by their users. While this law has helped foster the growth of the internet, it has also enabled a dangerous environment where harmful content can flourish with little to no consequence for the platform hosting it.

For years, tech giants have used Section 230 to avoid legal responsibility for spreading harmful material such as misinformation, hate speech, harassment, defamation, and cybercrimes. The law was intended to protect platforms from liability for third-party content, but in practice, it has been abused by major corporations to avoid accountability and protect their profits.

Why Repeal Section 230?

Repealing Section 230 is crucial to ensure that platforms take responsibility for the content they host. It will:

• Protect Free Speech: Repealing Section 230 will ensure that platforms do not have unchecked power over speech, while still holding them accountable for their role in distributing harmful content.
• Combat Misinformation: We need laws that encourage responsible content moderation, rather than allowing unchecked misinformation to spread freely. Repealing Section 230 can help prevent the viral spread of false information that undermines our democracy.
• Promote Accountability: Platforms must be held accountable for enabling hate speech, cyberbullying, harassment, and other harmful behaviors. Section 230 has allowed these platforms to escape responsibility for their actions.
• Protect Individuals: Individuals who suffer harm due to the content on online platforms deserve a means of seeking justice. Repealing Section 230 will allow individuals to hold platforms accountable when their rights are violated by harmful content.

Our Mission

At Repeal Section 230, we are committed to:

• Educating the public on the dangers of Section 230 and its consequences for free speech and personal safety.
• Advocating for legislative change to repeal or amend Section 230 and ensure that internet platforms are held accountable for the content they host.
• Partnering with organizations, lawmakers, and advocates to promote reforms that protect free speech and digital safety.

We aim to create a safer, more accountable online environment by ensuring platforms are responsible for moderating harmful content and enforcing ethical content guidelines.

How You Can Help

Repealing Section 230 requires broad public support and political action. Here’s how you can get involved:

• Sign Our Petition: Add your name to our petition calling for the repeal of Section 230.
• Donate: Your financial support will help us raise awareness, lobby lawmakers, and continue our fight for the repeal of Section 230.
• Spread the Word: Share our mission with your friends, family, and colleagues. Educate others on the importance of holding platforms accountable.
• Contact Your Representatives: Reach out to your lawmakers to urge them to support the repeal of Section 230 and demand greater accountability from online platforms.

Affiliated with Protect Our Safety

Repeal Section 230 is proud to be affiliated with Protect Our Safety Inc., an organization dedicated to advocating for policies that protect individuals, communities, and our democratic systems. Through this partnership, we amplify our efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of Section 230 and push for reforms that promote safety and accountability online.

Together, we are working toward a safer, more responsible internet for all.

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