So to Speak: The Free Speech Podcast
Ep. 232: We answer your free speech questions
Dec 18, 2024
Ari Cohn, lead counsel for tech policy at FIRE, Robert Shibley, special counsel for campus advocacy, and Will Creeley, legal director, dive into pressing free speech issues. They tackle the TikTok ban and its implications on First Amendment rights, discuss mandatory DEI statements, and dig into age verification laws affecting online speech. The trio also unpacks SLAPP suits and defamation settlements, providing insights on how corporate decisions impact journalism. Throughout, they emphasize the crucial need for educating the next generation on free speech rights.
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Quick takeaways
- The podcast emphasizes the potential dangers of government censorship exemplified by the TikTok ban and its implications for free speech.
- Compulsory Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statements at universities are debated for their possible infringement on academic freedom and free speech rights.
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Member-Driven Engagement
The webinar opens with a focus on member engagement, encouraging participants to submit questions related to free speech issues. The discussion highlights the importance of community involvement in supporting the mission of promoting free speech principles. Participants are reminded that membership at FIRE includes benefits such as access to exclusive webinars, publications, and events. The organization emphasizes the significance of donation drives, especially during the end-of-year period, to sustain its advocacy efforts for free speech.
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