Reflecting on TikTok’s Role in Society as New Ban Deadline Approaches

Reflecting on TikTok’s Role in Society as New Ban Deadline Approaches
With a national ban increasingly unlikely, let’s reflect on how the app both sparks joy among users and raises mental health concerns.
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