Decoder with Nilay Patel The executive director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation on government surveillance, Elon Musk, and free speech
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Apr 26, 2022 Cindy Cohn, the Executive Director of the Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF), dives deep into the critical issues of digital rights, government surveillance, and free speech. She shares insights on the evolving landscape of tech regulation and the impact of corporate surveillance on marginalized communities. The conversation touches on the ongoing changes at Twitter under Elon Musk and the challenges surrounding content moderation. Cohn highlights the need for competition among social media platforms to ensure user empowerment and safeguard civil liberties in the digital age.
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EFF's stance on Apple
- EFF supported Apple when they refused to unlock the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone.
- Conversely, EFF criticized Apple's client-side photo scanning for child abuse material.
Complexities of Tech Giants
- Early internet issues like copyright and surveillance had clear-cut solutions.
- Now, tech giants complicate these discussions, exemplified by Disney's copyright and free speech stance.
Principled Stances
- Base stances on principles, not on liking or disliking companies.
- Consistency builds trust and credibility.