I'm done with NPR as long as they want to perpetuate this sort of behavior. It is to the deteiment of all of us when legacy media behaves this way and they desperately need a FAFO moment asap.
It's absolutely a frightening precedent, and the other social media and journalism platforms need to understand they could very well be next thanks to the wording of this bill they were supporting.
I’m a follower on TT, IG & now here. I appreciate all of the work you do, making sure we stay informed, without bias. Not all heroes wear capes, they give news under a desk. ❤
So glad to find you here! I followed your TT reposts on IG. It's so important to remember that while Congress makes the laws, the judiciary system decides how those laws are applied (or not) through precedent and case law. There is always a ripple effect!
The amount of news I get from tik tik is amazing. I will honestly be less informed. This is the reason they want it gone. It is the worst violation of the 1st Amendment and Im a constitutional historian.
Thanks for all you do! Greatly appreciate all the updates on this super confusing and frustrating story. What a mess. We the people will have to continue to advocate for what's right despite the Supreme Court!
Thank you. Unless Bluesky becomes more friendly to content creators ( they limit the time on videos too much), Substack is going to be my go to for news.
I love NPR. The music, the shows and the news. You are right about their take on the issue and let's keep an open mind. They are reliant on federal funds.
The proverbial rabbit hole, when searched, has evidence a majority of funding comes from member stations who fund raise from their local listeners and businesses. It's hard to ascertain this information as one source indicated 1%, others in the teens, another vaguely stated less than 50%. Our local NPR is supposedly funded over 75% by "members." LéSigh
I dont much enjoy TT as an app but HOW does it not set off more alarm bells with people seeing how this process is going. It seems blatantly unconstitutional and, frankly, xenophobic on its face (because it's totally fine if a US company farms your data.) Also so, SO disappointed in NPR, I thought they were better than that.
I’ve defended NPR for years from MAGA, now it's getting much harder to do because they are not what I grew up respecting and trusting. I hate to say this but “positives” of Trump being re-elected is the Phoenix of genuine journalism from independent voices rising from the ashes, also hopefully the dismantling of the Jurassic Democrat party unwilling to listen to young voices and progress forward.
FOLLOWING!! He’s going to turn it back on so that he can be looked at as a hero to the public. That’s why he’s having the TikTok CEO on stage for his inauguration. That’s what I think.😊
The problem i have with trump saying that he'll try to keep tiktok is that he's gonna find a way to get the algorithm for it and then ban the platform and give that formula to musk and meta. It doesn't exactly give me confidence in that regard
It would be unconstitutional and also destroy competition for apps like Facebook and Instagram , and another app would be made in place of Tiktok if Tiktok gets banned. It goes against our First Amendment
NPR has dropped the ball…down a sinkhole.
Thanks for your work, V.
I’m not on TikTok (I follow a number of folks who cross-post here), but absolutely do not support this ban for exactly the reasons V lays out here.
THANK YOU for all of the work you have done! 😢😢
I'm done with NPR as long as they want to perpetuate this sort of behavior. It is to the deteiment of all of us when legacy media behaves this way and they desperately need a FAFO moment asap.
It's absolutely a frightening precedent, and the other social media and journalism platforms need to understand they could very well be next thanks to the wording of this bill they were supporting.
I’m a follower on TT, IG & now here. I appreciate all of the work you do, making sure we stay informed, without bias. Not all heroes wear capes, they give news under a desk. ❤
So glad I found you here!!!
Thank you thank you thank you
For all you do!!!!!!!
IG follower, not a Tiktok user, came here to follow the story and show support. Thank you for your dedication to sharing news!
Here because I saw this video on TikTok. Happy to continue getting my news from you
you’re seriously the best news person!!
WE LOVE YOU! THANK YOU FOR ALL THIS WORK. I am a tiktoker but am coming with you wherever you go.
I hope you are able to continue your work regardless of how this ends!
Thank you for all of your work, V. I will be following you wherever you end up.
People don't want to listen,when you tell them truth.
Hug V know isn't easy
So glad to find you here! I followed your TT reposts on IG. It's so important to remember that while Congress makes the laws, the judiciary system decides how those laws are applied (or not) through precedent and case law. There is always a ripple effect!
Found you here. I will follow you, V, wherever you are. Thank you for all you do!
The amount of news I get from tik tik is amazing. I will honestly be less informed. This is the reason they want it gone. It is the worst violation of the 1st Amendment and Im a constitutional historian.
Thanks for all you do! Greatly appreciate all the updates on this super confusing and frustrating story. What a mess. We the people will have to continue to advocate for what's right despite the Supreme Court!
Thank you. Unless Bluesky becomes more friendly to content creators ( they limit the time on videos too much), Substack is going to be my go to for news.
I don’t even use TikTok, but I support you 100% on this.
I love NPR. The music, the shows and the news. You are right about their take on the issue and let's keep an open mind. They are reliant on federal funds.
The proverbial rabbit hole, when searched, has evidence a majority of funding comes from member stations who fund raise from their local listeners and businesses. It's hard to ascertain this information as one source indicated 1%, others in the teens, another vaguely stated less than 50%. Our local NPR is supposedly funded over 75% by "members." LéSigh
Joined you on RUclips!!! Keep speaking up!!! Your passion is inspirational!!
Thank you for all the work you did on this. TikTok changed my life for the better
Brilliant explanation. I am on TT and hoping for a good outcome. I appreciate your work on both places. Thankyou V.
Great job V. Thank you for all your hard work in trying to keep this a democracy.
Glad I have you on RUclips!!! wtf is ‘Merica doing?!? Uuuuuuugh
It will only be a matter of time until they go after legacy media too.
These are such horrible and scary times!
It was so good to see you at CES. I’m here subscribing to get the news. Thank you for all that you do.
Here with you 🕊️⚖️👩🏻⚖️⏳
I dont much enjoy TT as an app but HOW does it not set off more alarm bells with people seeing how this process is going. It seems blatantly unconstitutional and, frankly, xenophobic on its face (because it's totally fine if a US company farms your data.) Also so, SO disappointed in NPR, I thought they were better than that.
I'm here 4 u if TT goes away. I'm not supporting any META app
Same
Me either
Thank you for trying to tell the real story here.
Very disappointed in NPR
I’ve defended NPR for years from MAGA, now it's getting much harder to do because they are not what I grew up respecting and trusting.
I hate to say this but “positives” of Trump being re-elected is the Phoenix of genuine journalism from independent voices rising from the ashes, also hopefully the dismantling of the Jurassic Democrat party unwilling to listen to young voices and progress forward.
FOLLOWING!! He’s going to turn it back on so that he can be looked at as a hero to the public. That’s why he’s having the TikTok CEO on stage for his inauguration. That’s what I think.😊
The problem i have with trump saying that he'll try to keep tiktok is that he's gonna find a way to get the algorithm for it and then ban the platform and give that formula to musk and meta. It doesn't exactly give me confidence in that regard
Followed this post to follow you here, V! Good work & keep it up! You’re a valuable resource and look at how many words i can write! 😅
Thank you for everything you do
Thank you.
So glad I'm seeing you on RUclips, just in case.
Of course they will side with the government don’t they always
I even emailed NPR to correct that last piece. I got so angry listening to them sell you short of your credentials as a journalist.
Unfortunately that's exactly what they want
Same with Biden vs Nippon Steel / USS
I just subscribed to you. Glad I can keep up with your content. Thank you.
This whole NPR saga has me questioning everything they’ve ever reported on.
NPR like other major news organizations want TikTok to go away. Too many young folks are getting their news there instead of what they have curated
Thank your homeland security law
Keep fighting for free speech 🎉
It would be unconstitutional and also destroy competition for apps like Facebook and Instagram , and another app would be made in place of Tiktok if Tiktok gets banned. It goes against our First Amendment
😢😢😢😢
Welcome to you tube..❤
Question: If the TT ban actually happens on January 19th, will the app disappear from my phone? Or what exactly will happen, technologically speaking?
I'm having trouble using tiktok. It keeps freezing up and I'm wondering if US is interfering in it already.
One more step toward being North Korea
How do we access TikTok after the ban?
Link to the report? Please, Vee?
Ban tiktok