Imagine this: your child innocently scrolling through social media, only to be lured by someone hiding behind a screen. This isn't a far-fetched scenario; it's happening right now in our communities.

The nightmare begins with news that New Mexico’s Attorney General is taking Meta to trial, accusing the company of negligence for allowing child exploitation and trafficking on its platforms. It's like watching as our protectors stand by while predators circle closer.

These allegations aren't just about what happened; they're part of a larger pattern of Big Tech failing to safeguard our children in their digital playgrounds. This isn't isolated – it’s happening across the nation, with every child an easy target because these companies have failed us over and over again.

The buried detail here is crucial: Meta has known about this issue for years but took no meaningful action until they were legally forced to do so. Imagine if your local playground operator turned a blind eye when they saw someone trying to lure kids away; how would you feel?

As a mother, I shudder at the thought of what kind of world we're leaving our children. It’s not enough that schools and homes should be safe – now we have to worry about online threats looming over every keystroke and tap.

I fear for my kids when they go online, wondering who might see them and how vulnerable these platforms make them feel each day.

Please share this with every parent you know. We must demand that big tech companies take responsibility for our children’s safety or face the legal consequences of their inaction. 🙏