Gunmaker Smith & Wesson applauds Elon Musk’s X after getting suspended by Facebook
Smith & Wesson’s Wild Ride: From Suspension to Celebration
After getting its Facebook account yanked, iconic gun maker Smith & Wesson turned to Elon Musk and his platform X for support. They slammed Facebook for silencing their posts about firearms, calling it an attack on free speech. The good news? Their account is back up!
The Gun Emoji is Back: A Symbol of Freedom
Did you know the gun emoji returned to X after being swapped out for a water gun in 2018? Musk's platform is embracing gun culture, and this move has gun rights advocates feeling hopeful about their space in social media.
Meta’s Mixed Signals: Gun Sales vs. Free Speech
Meta claims Smith & Wesson's account suspension was a mistake, but why were their posts flagged in the first place? With strict commerce policies on weapon promotions, the tension between companies and gun rights continues to brew, leaving many questioning where they can express their views freely.
Gun Rights Groups Rally: X as the Last Stand
The National Association for Gun Rights is rallying behind X, calling it one of the few platforms still championing Second Amendment freedoms. With over 4.5 million activists backing them, they’re urging users to find spaces that align with their values on free speech and gun ownership.
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