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G192627 wrote:

Pug wrote:It is a bit disconcerting--especially when weighed against 1st Ammendment rights. But then again, the 'virtual sticks and stones' that kids today deal with weren't even elements of fiction when the 1st Ammendment was written.

This argument bothers me. It's exactly the same argument you hear from antis when discussing the 2A and modern weapons.

Not an argument -- just an observation. The fact is the anonymity provide via the internet and social networking leads to greater irresponsible behavior (read 'lack of appropriate boundaries'). It is a fact, observable, and a concern. Does it implicate that 1st Ammendment rights should be in any way altered? Not in my perspective. It does suggest, however, that there should be a leveraged responsibility and accountability for both one's words and one's actions -- regardless of the medium.

Just sayin' . . .

There is a growing awareness (read advocacy) regarding the importance of monitoring social media to detect abuse, violence, bullying, and potential threats. The FCC has entertained numerous proposals in recent months to extend 'hate speech' legislation to cover such abuse (real and/or perceived).

It is a bit disconcerting--especially when weighed against 1st Ammendment rights. But then again, the 'virtual sticks and stones' that kids today deal with weren't even elements of fiction when the 1st Ammendment was written.