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A bill would ban all social-media access for under-16s, enforced by ID. It would protect some kids and lock out others who use these platforms to find communities they need.
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Why this dilemma matters
Every new capability quietly removes a previous choice — the question is whether that trade is worth it. Choosing “Pass it. The default for minors should be protection, not access” prioritises what the system makes easy; choosing “Block it. The kids who need the platforms most will lose them first” gives more weight to what it makes invisible.
Worth asking yourself
- What would you give up to keep this capability?
- Who benefits from this, and who absorbs the risk?
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