Newsom's Senate Pick, SCOTUS Takes on Social Media, and Guest New York Times Pitchbot
Oct 3, 2023
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The governor of California appoints a new senator, sparking a race for the upcoming election and raising questions about the limitation of choosing a specific race or gender.
The Supreme Court takes on two cases regarding social media platforms and content moderation, which could have significant implications for the internet.
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Podcast host discusses controversial interview with CEO
The podcast host reflects on a recent interview with a CEO, highlighting the CEO's poor performance and lack of preparedness for the discussion. The host details the uncomfortable atmosphere in the room and the negative reaction from the audience. Despite the challenges of the interview, the host praises the job done by a colleague who mediated the conversation. The host also expresses interest in inviting the CEO onto their own podcast to further discuss the issues raised during the interview.
California's new senator and political implications
The governor of California has appointed a new senator to replace the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. The appointed senator has a strong background in supporting Democratic women's causes and becomes the first openly black lesbian to serve in the US Senate. The announcement has kicked off a race to fill the seat in the upcoming election, with several representatives already vying for the position. While some praise the appointment as a move towards increased diversity, others question the governor's announcement that he would be choosing a black woman for the role, believing it to be an unnecessary limitation.
Potential impact of Supreme Court cases on social media
Two cases regarding social media platforms and content moderation have reached the Supreme Court. Laws in Florida and Texas aim to restrict the ability of tech companies to remove users or posts from their platforms. The lobbying groups representing the companies argue that these laws violate the First Amendment, while the states assert that they have the power to regulate for equal access on these platforms. Legal opinions have been divided on these cases, with conflicting rulings in lower courts and experts suggesting that these cases could have far-reaching implications for the internet.
Kara and Scott discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom's choice of Laphonza Butler for Dianne Feinstein's senate seat, and whether Kevin McCarthy could be ousted as Speaker of the House. Plus, the Supreme Court adds two cases to the docket that could have a major impact on the future of social media. Our Friend of Pivot is New York Times Pitchbot, who stops by to talk about his popular Twitter account, and how he captures the media zeitgeist with his headlines and hot takes.