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In this seminar, we consider the scope of rights granted to Americans by the First Amendment and examine both the benefits and drawbacks of free speech in the era of digital platforms like Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Participants will understand why disinformation and hate speech are protected by the First Amendment and consider why disagreement is not an infringement of free speech. Learn more about how digital platforms are reshaping people’s ideas about the scope and limitations of freedom of expression, and discuss approaches to regulating harmful content including de-platforming, content moderation, and cancel culture.
Let’s discuss: Who’s responsible for quality of digital content? What are the civic responsibilities of media creators, consumers, and the digital platforms we use for information, entertainment, and social relationships?
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