I am a TikTok enthusiast like millions of Americans, and I have watched as this vital space for creativity, connectivity, and entertainment has been threatened by a potential ban. Senator Tom Cotton stood idly as the deadline for the TikTok ban passed without an extension, jeopardizing a platform that has become a part of the daily lives of countless Americans.

TikTok is not just an app; it is a platform that supports small businesses and offers a sense of community to its vast user network. This sense of community has been prompt lent during the pandemic with TikTok providing comfort and connectivity in the face of distancing and hardship. Senator Cotton’s decision drastically affects millions and puts countless American TikTok users at an unfair disadvantage.

As per the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S. adults aged 18-29 had used TikTok in 2021, demonstrating just how important it is to American youth. It's time our elected officials recognized this and acted accordingly.

We are urging for the immediate resignation of Senator Tom Cotton due to his failure to protect the interests of his constituents and the American people at large. Your signature affirms you stand for a free and open internet, against the unnecessary limitation of creative spaces and for the elected officials who keep public interest at the forefront of their decision making. Sign this petition now.