Rahm Emanuel Advocates for U.S. Social Media Ban for Children Under 16, Following Australia's Model
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Former U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel advocates for a U.S. social media ban for children under 16, following Australia's lead, citing health and safety concerns. He criticizes Big Tech for prioritizing profits over protecting adolescents and positions this as part of his policy agenda ahead of the midterm elections, potentially signaling his 2028 presidential ambitions.
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accusing Big Tech of prioritizing profits over 'protecting our adolescents'
It's the latest in a series of policy stances Emanuel is sharpening as the former ambassador, who worked for three Democratic presidents and was mayor of Chicago, calls out his party's messaging from education to public safety ahead of a critical midterm election
The potential 2028 presidential contender doesn't want kids under 16 on popular social platforms, citing health and safety concerns.
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