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The Pomp Podcast

#1269 Greg Lukianoff on Bringing Free Speech Back To America

Nov 6, 2023
48:11
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Greg Lukianoff, President of The FIRE Organization and a free speech lawyer, discusses the importance of free speech, the impact of cancel culture, and the detrimental effects of coddling young people on freedom of speech. Strategies for business leaders to avoid cancel culture and challenges of political neutrality are also explored.
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Quick takeaways

  • Free speech is essential for democracy and should be protected from viewpoint discrimination.
  • Coddling young people and cancel culture have harmful effects on mental well-being and hinder societal development.

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Importance of Free Speech and Protecting People

Free speech is paramount to a thriving democracy, allowing people to have a voice even when disagreeing. FIRE defends opinions from all points on the political spectrum, emphasizing a prohibition against viewpoint discrimination. The organization aims to protect individuals who have been targeted and face consequences for expressing their opinions. It stresses the need to appreciate the values of free speech culture, promoting an inclusive environment where diverse opinions are respected and heard.

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