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Rep. Jimmy Patronis introduces PROTECT Act to repeal Section 230, raising questions about online speech and liability

A Northwest Florida lawmaker wants to repeal one of the laws that quietly shapes how we all use the internet. πŸ’»βš–οΈ

Rep. Jimmy Patronis has introduced the PROTECT Act, a bill that would fully repeal Section 230, the legal shield that protects websites from liability over most user-posted content. Patronis says the bill is it’s about protecting kids online, but fails to cite any measures in the bill that would do just that.

What would repeal actually do, and what wouldn’t it do? We break it down in plain terms.

Residents attack Walton County Eastern Lake plan

A battle is brewing in Walton County as local residents and environmental advocates unanimously oppose the government’s plans for a major regional beach access point, fearing it will permanently destroy the unique ecosystem of a rare coastal dune lake.

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