With deep personal commitment and shared sentiment among millions of other dedicated users. I am advocating against the proposed ban on TikTok, a platform beloved by many for its sheer entertainment, creative freedom, and social interaction. The time and energy expended on discussing a complete ban on an app loved by numerous people is astounding when there are far more pressing issues that need our attention.

As of Q1 2021, TikTok has about 689 million global active users and it is estimated that this app is installed over 2 billion times globally. For these millions of users, TikTok is not just a pastime, but rather, an avenue for learning, creative expression, and connection. The platform’s reach extends far beyond entertainment, enabling people to share informative, enlightening, and educational content (source: Datareportal).

The proposed ban threatens these opportunities for expression and creativity. Instead of focusing on prohibitions, we should consider more prudent, constructive controls to address any concerns, while maintaining the freedom and enjoyment that TikTok offers.

Thus, we humbly urge lawmakers to reconsider this ban proposal, remembering the massive global community that uses and loves this app. So, stand with us, stand with the TikTok community. Sign this petition and make your voice heard!