Tag: content policy
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Substack Lost Its Way: What Happened to the Bold Vision of a Longform Platform
Substack’s Bold Beginning vs. Its Modern Reality Substack emerged as a beacon for independent writers and niche voices, promising a simple, creator‑first path to monetization. The platform was built on a belief in longform writing, direct audience relationships, and editorial independence. It wasn’t just a newsletter service; it was a reimagining of the writer‑reader dynamic.…
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Words You Can’t Say on the Internet: Moderation, Euphemisms, and Online Speech
Introduction: Why Some Words Disappear from Public Screens Walk through any major social platform and you’ll notice a curious pattern: certain words and phrases seem to vanish or transform into softened alternatives. This isn’t just a quirk of grammar; it’s the result of evolving content policies, automated moderation, and the social pressure of online communities.…