June 28, 2022 – 6:30 p.m. ET (NYC)
In buying Twitter, Elon Musk says he will “bring relaxed content rules to boost free speech” on the platform, but what does that mean? Many people confuse freedom of speech with freedom from consequence. They also commonly confuse the protections granted under the First Amendment as applying to interactions between private citizens and businesses. Outside of limiting the government’s powers, is there such a thing as “freedom of speech”? And if there is, should we regulate big tech platforms to allow anyone to say anything? Shelly Palmer, advanced media professor in residence for the Newhouse School’s New Media Management program, hosts a panel discussion of industry leaders will explore freedom of speech and what it means in today’s political and tech landscapes. Get your credentials here.
Host/Moderator:
- Shelly Palmer, Co-founder Metacademy, advanced media professor in residence for the Newhouse School’s New Media Management program
Panelists:
- Marquise Francis, Senior National Reporter/Producer
Yahoo News - Michael Fricklas, Chief Legal Officer and Secretary, Advance
- David Hogg, Co-founder, March For Our Lives
- Summer Lopez, Senior Director, Free Expression Programs, Pen America
This is a hybrid event. In-person attendance is limited; RSVP required.
About Shelly Palmer
Shelly Palmer is the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies with AI strategy, implementation and governance, as well as technology, media and marketing. Named one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices in Technology, he is a bestselling author, covers tech and business for Fox 5’s Good Day New York, is a regular commentator on CNN, and writes the popular daily business blog Think About This. Follow @shellypalmer or visit shellypalmer.com.