Staff Reports
Big Tech, like Google, has a powerful influence on elections, typically making it harder for conservatives to get their message out. Recently, Google banned an ad by the Trump 2024 campaign criticizing President Biden’s policies. The ad targeted Biden on issues like immigration and was aimed at Black voters in rural Georgia.
The ad featured a dialogue between a Biden campaign worker and a voter who had switched his support to Trump. The voter expressed concerns about rising costs for essential items like food and rent, contrasting them with what he saw as Biden’s preferential treatment of illegal immigrants over struggling Americans.
Google initially removed the ad, citing a vague “policy violation,” a common excuse used to silence conservative voices. However, after facing criticism, Google backtracked and allowed the ad to run.
It’s troubling that Big Tech companies like Google can arbitrarily censor political ads, especially those critical of liberal policies. This incident highlights the need for transparency and fairness in how these platforms regulate political content. Conservatives should not have to rely on public outcry to ensure their voices are heard.
