The Future of the First Amendment in the Era of Fake News
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the challenges facing the First Amendment in the era of fake news through this thought-provoking talk by renowned First Amendment defender Floyd Abrams. Delve into Abrams' fifty-year career, including landmark cases like The Pentagon Papers and Citizens United. Examine the impact of new technology and political cynicism on free speech. Learn about Abrams' impassioned plea to preserve the First Amendment, as outlined in his book "The Soul of the First Amendment." Gain insights into topics such as transparency, hate speech, and campaign finance through the lens of constitutional law. Engage with a Q&A session to further understand the complexities of protecting free speech in modern times.
Syllabus
Intro
Welcome
Why write the sole of the First Amendment
The Pentagon Papers
Pentagon Papers
Citizens United
Buckley v Valeo
Transparency
Hate Speech
Questions
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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