> I think a reasonable and nuanced debate can be had on whether or not that was appropriate, but there is a difference.

I very much agree. It's reasonable to ask if the Biden admin overstepped their boundaries by politely asking if Youtube would help them stop people from murdering each other with disinformation and trying to overthrow the government.

I think the current situation is much less debatable. The government is now issuing ultimatums and very publicly threatening corporations to stifle free speech.