With sextortion and suicides on the rise, Jimmy Patronis seeks to strip Big Tech of Section 230 immunity
A Call for Accountability: Jimmy Patronis Targets Big Tech with Section 230 Repeal
With alarming reports of sextortion and suicides on the rise, Florida's Jimmy Patronis is on a mission to hold social media giants accountable and protect children.
The Breaking Point
Jimmy Patronis, a father of two and Florida state representative, confronts Big Tech as sextortion claims more young victims. His drive to revoke Section 230, the legal shield protecting tech companies, is a direct response to these tragic events.
Beneath the Surface
Section 230 currently shields platforms from liability for user-generated content, but critics like Patronis argue this allows harmful behavior to flourish unchecked. Supporters of the law contend it is essential for free speech online.
The Ripple Effect
The proposed PROTECT Act aims to empower parents and hold companies accountable as patrons of "digital fentanyl." Patronis hopes that removing immunity will push companies to self-police, reduce tragic incidents, and prioritize child safety.
"Big Tech is a digital fentanyl that is slowly killing our kids," said Patronis, emphasizing the urgent need for change.
Jimmy Patronis
