Posted on Oct 14, 2022
Google is now distributing Truth Social, Trump's Twitter alternative
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Truth Social, the Twitter alternative backed by former President Donald Trump, is now available for download in the Google Play Store following months of being blocked over violent content.
Google's reversal indicates that it's now satisfied that Truth Social can follow its guidelines. In a statement, Google said Trump's app will remain accessible as long as it abides by rules "to effectively moderate user-generated content and remove objectionable posts such as those that incite violence."
On Truth Social, users compose "truths" much like tweets on Twitter. The platform is dominated by right-wing and conservative voices, with views that can quickly veer into conspiratorial territory.
For months, the app has been available to download on iPhones and other Apple devices, but its appearance on Androids is a significant victory. Google's operating system supports some 70% of smartphones worldwide. In the U.S., where iPhones dominate, about 44% of devices are Androids, according to market research firm StatCounter.
Truth Social, the Twitter alternative backed by former President Donald Trump, is now available for download in the Google Play Store following months of being blocked over violent content.
Google's reversal indicates that it's now satisfied that Truth Social can follow its guidelines. In a statement, Google said Trump's app will remain accessible as long as it abides by rules "to effectively moderate user-generated content and remove objectionable posts such as those that incite violence."
On Truth Social, users compose "truths" much like tweets on Twitter. The platform is dominated by right-wing and conservative voices, with views that can quickly veer into conspiratorial territory.
For months, the app has been available to download on iPhones and other Apple devices, but its appearance on Androids is a significant victory. Google's operating system supports some 70% of smartphones worldwide. In the U.S., where iPhones dominate, about 44% of devices are Androids, according to market research firm StatCounter.
Google is now distributing Truth Social, Trump's Twitter alternative
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PO1 William "Chip" Nagel
SGT (Join to see) I Don't believe in Giving Fascist Air to Spread their Propaganda!
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Finally! I was wondering what the outcome was or ever happened with this. Thank you for posting the information SGT Lee.
On another note about truth.
Our media never tells the truth; Have you seen all the political smear campaign commercials? I'm sure you have, they're none stop! And in my opinion very unprofessional for any federal candidate representing the people and the United States. All the commercials slander each major candidate with claims that are impossible for any of them to do on their own.
What does propaganda mean in simple terms?
Propaganda is the dissemination of information—facts, arguments, rumours, half-truths, or lies—to influence public opinion.
On another note about truth.
Our media never tells the truth; Have you seen all the political smear campaign commercials? I'm sure you have, they're none stop! And in my opinion very unprofessional for any federal candidate representing the people and the United States. All the commercials slander each major candidate with claims that are impossible for any of them to do on their own.
What does propaganda mean in simple terms?
Propaganda is the dissemination of information—facts, arguments, rumours, half-truths, or lies—to influence public opinion.
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