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Social media ban legislation is fueled by shaky science and pop psychology. Blanket bans ignore nuanced data, violate First Amendment rights, and isolate marginalized youth.
Instead of prohibition, we should advocate for student-led digital wellness.
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Brandishing to intimidate is illegal. But Burien police declined charges after a woman flashee a gun at students protesting ICE, arguing they couldn’t prove it was a real firearm and claiming her actions were “justified” because of “nationwide incidents regarding violence observed at protests.”
https://mynorthwest.com/crime-blotter/burien-police-decline-charges/4237419