A weekly newsletter that tells the story of how tech companies became unelected governments and what to do about it, by former Google executive and 30-year Internet veteran Jonathan Bellack.

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Feb 6, 2026

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11 min read

Let’s build due process! Part 2: A workflow that works

This is the big one - my proposal to restore user trust in the account termination process without breaking the bank. Ask your favorite platform for this. Or if you work at a platform, maybe even give it a try.

Jan 30, 2026

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9 min read

Let’s Build Due Process! Part 1: Increase trust by improving account terminations

I’m setting out to convince you that platforms could expand due process without breaking the bank. In part one, I lay out the goal, narrow the scope, and address one big risk.

Jan 26, 2026

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6 min read

Due process matters, in the real world and online

It’s hard to write about online due process when ICE is killing people in Minnesota. Losing your account is not the same as being kidnapped or deported. But the callous way we enforce online rules sets an uncomfortable precedent. We can do better.

Jan 16, 2026

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10 min read

Explainer #5: Is the Social Media Bill of Rights our new founding document?

Twitter’s first employee has written an inspiring manifesto for the social media we deserve. I run you through the basics: who Rabble is, what he’s up to, and what the Nostr social media protocol has to do with it.

Jan 9, 2026

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10 min read

Why is Meta still feeding us garbage in response to their scam ads scandal?

A new set of embarrassing documents about Meta’s fraud problems leaked on New Year’s Eve. Comms VP Andy Stone didn’t handle this batch any better than last time. Why can’t he get it right?