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The Brazilian left’s quest to ‘tame’ Meta: A narrative of denouncement and resistance

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Briefings

Brazilian civil society and left-wing activists launched a campaign in October 2026 to challenge Meta's alleged shadow-banning during the presidential election. They used the slogan 'Meta, take your hands off our election!' and organized protests to demand digital sovereignty. The initiative included a petition to the Superior Electoral Court and a WhatsApp channel to mobilize voters for President Lula da Silva, who faced criticism for perceived algorithmic bias favoring far-right candidates.

Key points

• In October 2026, a coalition of Brazilian civil society organizations launched naosemeta.com.br to denounce Meta's alleged shadow-banning practices during the presidential election.
• Activists used a slogan 'Meta, take your hands off our election!' and coordinated protests to demand digital sovereignty and hold Meta accountable for potential algorithmic interference.

Context

This story covers the October 2026 Brazilian presidential election, where internet rights advocates challenged Meta's shadow-banning. It is part of Global Voices' October 2026 Spotlight series on Big Tech and Authoritarianism, exploring how Big Tech facilitates authoritarian governments and influences the Global South.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the October 2026 campaign details, including the launch of naosemeta.com.br, the petition to the Superior Electoral Court, and the WhatsApp channel. Specific data on shadow-banning incidents prior to October 2026 is not provided, and the impact of the campaign on election outcomes remains unverified.

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