Decoder with Nilay Patel Recode Decode: Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi
Apr 12, 2019
U.S. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi talks candidly about breaking up Big Tech and the relationship between technology and democracy. She emphasizes the need for greater accountability from tech giants and discusses the challenges of hate speech online. Pelosi reflects on foreign interference in elections and the importance of safeguarding future democratic processes. The conversation also touches on immigration, education funding, and the evolving landscape of political communication in the age of social media, highlighting both challenges and opportunities.
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2016 Election Interference
- Nancy Pelosi recalls being surprised by Hillary Clinton's loss in 2016.
- She acknowledges Russian interference and expresses frustration over the current administration's lack of commitment to investigate.
End of Self-Regulation
- Pelosi acknowledges the global shift towards regulating tech companies, citing stricter actions in Europe and elsewhere.
- She emphasizes the need for scrutiny and a new era of oversight for self-regulation.
Advocate for Net Neutrality
- Advocate for internet accessibility and freedom, including net neutrality.
- Pelosi highlights the public's significant interest in net neutrality and its potential impact on legislation.