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Re:Facebook going down meant more than just a social network... by havelhovel on Tuesday October 05, 2021 @01:40AM (#28755840)
Also the author cites Palestinians and Israelis both relying on WhatsApp as justification for breaking down and regulating Facebook. Pray tell, if nationalized, how many nations would be impartial enough to let both sides continue to use such an (apparently) essential communication platform?
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Re:Facebook going down meant more than just a social network... by smt88 on Tuesday October 05, 2021 @02:27AM (#28756099)
No one is proposing nationalizing WhatsApp or Facebook. I have no idea who you're arguing against, but it's not the author of this thread.
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Re:Facebook going down meant more than just a social network... by havelhovel on Tuesday October 05, 2021 @10:05AM (#28759657)
The parent comment spoke directly of nationalization. I was indulging their scenario, not seeking to argue with the original Tweet’s author or anyone in particular.
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