Our provincial government is supposed to spend public money wisely, and get the best return on investment. But that’s not how government is handling its information technology services.
In recent years, the number of in-house staff at the province’s Information Technology Division has been cut almost in half, while spending on private consultants has soared. And overall spending on IT has soared, too, far outpacing the growth of government.
Thanks to the contracting-out of IT work, Saskatchewan people are paying more than they should for a vital function of government.
At a time when we’re facing tax hikes and service cuts, there’s no excuse for this waste of money. In-house government IT staff can do quality work for less cost, and with more accountability.
Recently, an association of private IT companies has been meeting with the provincial government, seeking to increase the tens of millions of dollars in public money that they already collect each year. Instead of closed-door meetings with industry lobbyists, our government officials need to hear from those of us who pay the bills.
In recent years, the number of in-house staff at the province’s Information Technology Division has been cut almost in half, while spending on private consultants has soared. And overall spending on IT has soared, too, far outpacing the growth of government.
Thanks to the contracting-out of IT work, Saskatchewan people are paying more than they should for a vital function of government.
At a time when we’re facing tax hikes and service cuts, there’s no excuse for this waste of money. In-house government IT staff can do quality work for less cost, and with more accountability.
Recently, an association of private IT companies has been meeting with the provincial government, seeking to increase the tens of millions of dollars in public money that they already collect each year. Instead of closed-door meetings with industry lobbyists, our government officials need to hear from those of us who pay the bills.
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Exposing the Dangers of Facebook Porn in the Age of Privatization
When we think of privatization, we often think of large corporations taking over government-run services like healthcare or transportation. However, there is another concerning trend of privatization happening within our digital space, particularly in the realm of social media. One of the most popular apps among young people, Facebook, has been facing criticism for its inability to control the spread of explicit content, or what is commonly referred to as "Facebook sex."
For those unfamiliar, Facebook is a popular social media app that allows users to create and share short videos. With over 800 million active users worldwide, it has become a cultural phenomenon and a breeding ground for viral trends and challenges. However, what many parents and users may not realize is that the app has also become a platform for the exploitation and objectification of minors.
One of the primary concerns with Facebook is its lax moderation policies, which have allowed for the proliferation of pornographic and sexually suggestive content. In fact, a recent investigation by The Guardian found that users could easily access thousands of videos containing explicit content simply by searching for terms like "onlyfans" or "porn." This is particularly alarming when you consider that a large portion of Facebook's user base is under the age of 18.
But how does this tie into the issue of privatization? As mentioned earlier, Facebook is a privately owned company, meaning it is not subject to the same regulations and oversight as government-run platforms. This allows them to have more control over their content and moderation policies, which in this case, has clearly failed.
Moreover, it has been reported that Facebook's parent company, Meta, has been considering selling the app due to pressures from the US government regarding anti-competition concerns. If this sale were to happen, we could potentially see an even greater disregard for user safety and privacy as the app is further removed from any government regulation or accountability.
So why should we care about Facebook's porn problem in the midst of all this talk about privatization? The answer is simple - our tax dollars are still paying for it. Facebook's presence and influence in our society, especially among young people, cannot be ignored. And by turning a blind eye to the app's problematic content and privatization, we are essentially allowing our government to waste our hard-earned money on a dangerous and unchecked platform.
It's time for our government to step in and take action against the spread of explicit content on Facebook. Greater regulations and oversight must be put in place to ensure that minors are protected and that users are not being bombarded with unsolicited and potentially harmful material.
Check out our YouTube video.
Exposing the Dangers of Facebook Porn in the Age of Privatization
When we think of privatization, we often think of large corporations taking over government-run services like healthcare or transportation. However, there is another concerning trend of privatization happening within our digital space, particularly in the realm of social media. One of the most popular apps among young people, Facebook, has been facing criticism for its inability to control the spread of explicit content, or what is commonly referred to as "Facebook sex."
For those unfamiliar, Facebook is a popular social media app that allows users to create and share short videos. With over 800 million active users worldwide, it has become a cultural phenomenon and a breeding ground for viral trends and challenges. However, what many parents and users may not realize is that the app has also become a platform for the exploitation and objectification of minors.
One of the primary concerns with Facebook is its lax moderation policies, which have allowed for the proliferation of pornographic and sexually suggestive content. In fact, a recent investigation by The Guardian found that users could easily access thousands of videos containing explicit content simply by searching for terms like "onlyfans" or "porn." This is particularly alarming when you consider that a large portion of Facebook's user base is under the age of 18.
But how does this tie into the issue of privatization? As mentioned earlier, Facebook is a privately owned company, meaning it is not subject to the same regulations and oversight as government-run platforms. This allows them to have more control over their content and moderation policies, which in this case, has clearly failed.
Moreover, it has been reported that Facebook's parent company, Meta, has been considering selling the app due to pressures from the US government regarding anti-competition concerns. If this sale were to happen, we could potentially see an even greater disregard for user safety and privacy as the app is further removed from any government regulation or accountability.
So why should we care about Facebook's porn problem in the midst of all this talk about privatization? The answer is simple - our tax dollars are still paying for it. Facebook's presence and influence in our society, especially among young people, cannot be ignored. And by turning a blind eye to the app's problematic content and privatization, we are essentially allowing our government to waste our hard-earned money on a dangerous and unchecked platform.
It's time for our government to step in and take action against the spread of explicit content on Facebook. Greater regulations and oversight must be put in place to ensure that minors are protected and that users are not being bombarded with unsolicited and potentially harmful material.
Check out our YouTube video.