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maybe...i guess it depends on how deep the pockets are of Parler's backers. But didn't Gab.com go through a similar denial of service back in 2018?

At the least, the Parler execs should have had emergency plans to get back up and running for what happened, shame on them if they did not--i don't believe this type of stoppage is covered by business interruption insurance. Fun to watch.
The platforms that provide unpaid members a “voice” are supported by advertisers. If unpaid members take an unpopular stance, i.e. white supremacy, said members can be dropped with no repercussions. It's that simple.
Free speech is still alive in the U.S.A. but you will have to pay for it.
This is a good point, but there are a number of right-leaning advertisers who would love to pay for ads on a huge site full of right wingers.

For example, guns/ammo, tactical/survival gear, precious metal brokers, and even general businesses using a right-wing gimmick to attract customers who just want to support those with their own ideology.