"It's a coping mechanism for many people in my generation," Semins said. "It seems dramatic to say that I feel uncertain about what my life will look like without TikTok in it, but it really has been such a quiet influence that I didn't even realize was happening until I started to think about what I'd do without it."
"Losing TikTok seems like it has immense potential to drastically change the ways my generation interacts with the world and each other," Semins said.
"Many teens claim TikTok is not just a platform for entertainment; it has become an essential outlet for communication and connection during tough times, especially during the isolation imposed by the pandemic."
"There's frustration among teens regarding the government's understanding of TikTok's cultural significance and the perceived overreach that could take it away from them."
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