Google has removed social media app Parler from its Play Store, and Apple has threatened to do the same within 24 hours. Both companies are insisting that Parler implement much stronger moderation of user-submitted content, including posts that encourage illegal behavior or incite violence. Google stated: "We're aware of continued posting in the Parler app that seeks to incite ongoing violence in the U.S. ... In light of this ongoing and urgent public safety threat, we are suspending the app's listings from the Play Store until it addresses these issues." Parler was created as a "free speech" safe haven for those on the political right that feel censored by more popular social media platforms such as Twitter. Wednesday's deadly storming of the US Capitol Building was planned in public forums and social media, including Parler.
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