LGBT and Marginalized Voices Are Not Welcome on Threads
LGBT and marginalized voices on Threads face challenges like shadow-banning and hate speech. GLAAD criticizes Meta's moderation failures across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, raising concerns about vague policy changes and lack of transparency.
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LGBT and marginalized voices have faced challenges on the social media platform Threads, which was seen as an alternative to Twitter. Users reported feeling shadow-banned and encountering hate speech that went unpunished. GLAAD released a report highlighting Meta's failure to moderate harmful content targeting marginalized groups across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Meta's vague policy changes, such as opting users out of political content, have raised concerns among activists and content creators. Instances like the suspension of the popular LGBT account Le Coin des LGBT+ without explanation and the blocking of URLs like the New Popular Front's website have fueled frustration. The lack of transparency in moderation processes and delayed responses from Meta have led to further distrust and frustration among users, especially those from marginalized communities. These incidents underscore the ongoing challenges faced by LGBT individuals and activists on social media platforms.
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