in the NYT.
“The question has to do with how do we harness this technology in a way that allows a multiplicity of voices, allows a diversity of views, but doesn’t lead to a Balkanization of society and allows ways of finding common ground.”
"...how do we harness this technology in a way that allows a multiplicity of voices, allows a diversity of views..."
Obama uses the word "allow" twice in this sentence and it is telling: Freedom of speech is a fundamental right which is recognized (not granted) by the Constitution. You do not allow a person to live or be secure in their possessions either. But thank you for your benevolence in allowing us peons to engage in freedom expression Mr. former President!
"...but doesn’t lead to a Balkanization of society and allows ways of finding common ground."
Here, the "allows" is used in almost an opposite way from the first two. There are ways of finding common ground for those who desire this, so the "allows" seems almost menacing. You will be made to find common ground. The common ground you will be made to find is the common ground we (your superiors) have chosen in advance. The use and apparent opposition to Balkanization, is almost too precious. The United States became more divided under Obama's tenure, if it was not on purpose then it does not reflect well on Mr. Obama.
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