Meta's Oversight Board has decided that specific anti-transgender posts shared by right-wing activist Chaya Raichik do not violate the company's updated Hateful Conduct policy. The posts, which include videos misgendering trans individuals, received reports from users but were deemed acceptable by Meta. The board's ruling was made in light of new policies that now allow derogatory language towards LGBTQ+ individuals. The changes have prompted backlash, as critics argue they undermine protections for marginalized communities, and CEO Mark Zuckerberg framed it as an effort to bolster free speech on Meta platforms.
"We do allow allegations of mental illness or abnormality when based on gender or sexual orientation, given political and religious discourse about transgenderism and homosexuality..."
"The independent board ruled that the posts do not violate Meta's Hateful Conduct policy despite public outcry and concerns from LGBTQ+ advocates."
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