Nearly 60% of Japanese believe election social media needs regulation

Some 58 percent of Japanese believe the spread of unverified information on social media platforms during elections should be regulated by law, according to a Kyodo News survey focusing on various constitutional matters.The result comes as criticism mounts over partisan online posts that are believed to have contributed to Motohiko Saito's reelection as Hyogo governor in November by dismissing accusations of abuse of power made by his staff. The Constitution guarantees the freedom of expression.Some 29 percent said social media operators should be responsible for regulating their platforms …READ FULL ARTICLE