Why We Should Resist Hate with Free Speech, Not Censorship
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking talk on the importance of free speech in combating hate. Delve into the complexities of hate speech, its legal protections, and alternative strategies for addressing societal divisions. Learn about the categories of hate speech that are not protected, the role of the ACLU, and the potential consequences of hate speech laws. Examine counterarguments to censorship and consider whether the First Amendment should be revisited. Gain insights from speakers Conor Friedersdorf and Nadine Strossen as they discuss the challenges of balancing free expression with the desire to combat hateful rhetoric in society.
Syllabus
Introduction
What is hate speech
What categories a hate speech are not protected
How to resist hate
Counterarguments
Hate Speech Codes
The ACLU
Hate Speech Laws
Should we revisit the First Amendment
Matthew Garcia
Ronnie Heyman
Ben Benson
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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