Political Quotes

On the recordDecember 7, 2021
So, look, big tech loves to use grand eloquent phrases about bringing people together. But the simple reality and why so many Americans distrust big tech is you make money the more people are on your product, the more people are engaged in viewing content, even if that is harmful to them.
Said by
Ted Cruz
Republican · Texas

Editor's note · Context

Cruz criticizes big tech for prioritizing profit over user safety.

Share

More from Ted Cruz

Jul 11, 2026

I am confident he will uphold the rule of law and keep Texans safe in this new position.

cruz.senate.gov
Jun 19, 2026

The greatest threat to college sports is inaction.

cruz.senate.gov
Jul 16, 2026

As I mentioned in February during our hearing on this matter, I am skeptical a change can be made absent an act of Congress. I look forward to reviewing the full order when it is released tomorrow to get more detail on the FCC’s precise…

rollcall.com
Jul 10, 2026

I think this is a real race. I think it’s going to be close.

huffpost.com

Other voices in this conversation