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Fears about kids' online safety unite Democrats and Republicans

Amid a decline in youth mental health, momentum is building for a federal crackdown on social media companies over protections for kids.

Sources (2)· Oct 8, 9:00 AM to Oct 13, 9:00 AM

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CBS News· Oct 8, 9:00 AMFears about kids' online safety unite Democrats and Republicans
KFF Health News· Oct 13, 9:00 AMFears About Kids’ Online Safety Unite Democrats and Republicans

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