Summary of Podcast Episode: Aaron Schwartz's Role in the Fight Against SOPA

Aaron Schwartz, a prominent activist and internet advocate, played a significant role in the battle against the Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA). Introduced in 2011, SOPA aimed to give the government more control over websites containing copyrighted material, potentially harming free speech and the openness of the internet. Schwartz, along with his organization Demand Progress, fought against SOPA by raising awareness, advocating for internet freedom, and opposing attempts to crack down on whistleblowers. While many others were involved in the fight, Schwartz's contributions and his organizing efforts played a substantial role in successfully stopping SOPA.