Steven Crowder Announces YouTube Channel Ban Until November Election
YouTube Channel "Effectively" Banned
Steven Crowder, a well-known political commentator, has revealed that his YouTube channel has been "effectively" banned until the November election. He is encouraging his audience to view his shows on Rumble as an alternative.
Multiple Strikes Received
On the previous Friday, Crowder's channel was hit with strikes on eight videos, one of which dates back to 2023. Google's notification screenshots indicate that eight videos were flagged for "harassment and cyberbullying," while one was marked for "hate speech."
Video Content
From the titles and descriptions, it appears that the videos focus on the upcoming election and express criticism of the Biden-Harris administration. They particularly scrutinize the administration's past and current policies and behavior, as well as mainstream media and Google itself.
Strikes Issued and Expiration
The strikes were issued on August 2 and will expire on October 31, just five days before the election day. Crowder states that all but one of the videos were live streams published after Biden withdrew from the presidential race, leading to Kamala Harris becoming the Democratic candidate.
Accusations of Bias
Crowder views this as the start of Google's "election policy," where it is evidently taking sides and suppressing opposition to its narrative. He also claims that his channel has contacted YouTube for clarification. Meanwhile, he accuses Google of meddling in the election through censorship and withholding information it deems undesirable for users.
Big Tech Influence
This is equivalent to Big Tech, with the possible exception of X, "doing their part" to influence, or as Crowder phrases it, "rig" the election.
Election Night Coverage
Crowder has announced that his show will cover the election night using the same news agency sources as legacy media. However, they will also employ their own analysts to offer an alternative to the way elections are typically covered by outlets often charged with open bias.
YouTube's Alleged Disapproval
According to Crowder, this project has been in development for months, and YouTube is aware of it – and not pleased. He believes that the video platform giant will ensure it remains undiscoverable. Hence, Crowder is urging his viewers to follow the show on Rumble.
Bottom Line
The banning of Steven Crowder's YouTube channel until the November election raises questions about the role of Big Tech in shaping public discourse and potentially influencing election outcomes. While some may argue that the ban is a necessary measure to prevent the spread of hate speech and cyberbullying, others may see it as a form of censorship that stifles free speech and diversity of opinion. What are your thoughts on this issue? Share this article with your friends and let us know your views. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, available every day at 6 pm.
