YouTube Put On Notice For Censoring 2A Content!

Published on November 26, 2022
Duration: 9:01

This video discusses YouTube's censorship of Second Amendment content, highlighting a letter from Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen to YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki. The letter argues that YouTube's removal of legal firearm-related content, such as instructions for finishing an 80% lower receiver, violates free speech principles and constitutes censorship at the behest of senators. The AG asserts that states may regulate platforms like YouTube as common carriers if they engage in such practices.

Quick Summary

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has formally notified YouTube of its censorship of Second Amendment content. The AG argues that removing legal videos, like those demonstrating how to finish an 80% lower receiver, violates free speech rights and constitutes censorship influenced by senators, potentially leading states to regulate YouTube as a common carrier.

Chapters

  1. 00:05YouTube Censorship of Firearm Content
  2. 00:49Montana AG Letter to YouTube CEO
  3. 01:09Details of AG's Letter & Rogue Banshee Video
  4. 01:45Lawful Speech vs. Senatorial Pressure
  5. 02:35Legality of 80% Lowers & Free Speech
  6. 04:14YouTube's Role & Big Tech Power
  7. 06:06Regulating YouTube as a Common Carrier
  8. 07:27Demand to Restore Lawful Videos
  9. 07:50Call to Action: Support 2A Channels

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Montana's Attorney General putting YouTube on notice?

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen has put YouTube on notice for censoring firearm-related content. He argues that the platform is removing legal videos that express Second Amendment rights, such as instructions for finishing an 80% lower receiver, at the behest of senators.

What is the legal basis for challenging YouTube's content moderation?

The challenge is based on the argument that YouTube's removal of legal firearm content infringes upon First and Second Amendment rights. The AG suggests that if platforms act as political speech gatekeepers, they may be regulated as common carriers by states.

What specific content did YouTube remove that caused this action?

YouTube removed a video from the channel Rogue Banshee that demonstrated how to finish the construction of an 80% lower receiver. This content is considered lawful by the ATF for personal use and is protected speech.

What is the significance of the senators' involvement?

Five Democratic senators wrote to YouTube urging them to remove such content. The AG contends that this represents an attempt to pressure a private corporation to enact policies that couldn't pass through the legislative process, circumventing democratic means.

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