Close to half of American adults support a ban on the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey that also asked questions about national security concerns and China.

Close to half of American adults favor TikTok ban, Reuters/Ipsos poll shows::Close to half of American adults support a ban on the Chinese-owned social media app TikTok, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos survey that also asked questions about national security concerns and China.

  • @Bye@lemmy.worldEnglish
    1•1 year ago

    Yes I think we should

    It’s not just me, there are tons of people who are susceptible to schemes like social media etc. it’s why we don’t let kids smoke and they shouldn’t vape nicotine either. It’s why we regulate gambling, and why we should regulate sugary drinks too.

    We didn’t evolve for a world with instant satisfaction, and we can’t cope with it.

    • @treadful@lemmy.zipEnglish
      2•1 year ago

      we don’t let kids smoke and they shouldn’t vape nicotine either.

      To be clear, we don’t ban children from consuming these products. We ban the sale of nicotine products to children. By anyone. The federal government didn’t come in and ban Marlboro.

      It’s why we regulate gambling, and why we should regulate sugary drinks too.

      Regulations creating rules of behavior that apply to all actors. Not just making a law saying people aren’t allowed inside the Bellagio.

      The difference is super important. Laws need to be applied equally.