Meta discussed ‘whisper strategy’ against social media critic Jonathan Haidt, files show
Meta’s internal documents show employees debated a “whisper strategy” to influence academics to distance themselves from Jonathan Haidt, a prominent social‑media critic. The plan involved covert messaging and outreach aimed at Haidt’s academic peers. It was discussed in a 2023 meeting, according to court filings, raising questions about the company’s approach to dissenting voices.