Free Speech

Does the First Amendment Protect AI Generated Speech?

Does the First Amendment Protect AI Generated Speech?

Regulating artificial intelligence disinformation could test the First Amendment’s limits.

The Battle Over Student Rights and Race

The Battle Over Student Rights and Race

Scholar suggests that public school students have a right to receive critical race theory education.

The Limits of Deplatforming

The Limits of Deplatforming

Scholars warn of the potential difficulties of using deplatforming to curb disinformation online.

Social Media Deplatforming

Social Media Deplatforming

Scholar brings a historical perspective to the debate around social media deplatforming.

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter and Freedom of Expression

Rule 50 of the Olympic Charter and Freedom of Expression

Olympic rules must balance the right to freedom of expression with the neutrality of the games.

The Social Responsibility of Social Media Platforms

The Social Responsibility of Social Media Platforms

Scholar weighs options for putting an end to harmful speech on social media platforms.

The Constitutional Foundations of Communications Law and Policy

The Constitutional Foundations of Communications Law and Policy

The government must recognize constitutional property and free speech rights in communications law and policy.

Reconsidering the Internet’s Liability Shield

Reconsidering the Internet’s Liability Shield

Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act faces criticism from across the political spectrum.

Cyberbullying and the Limits of Free Speech

Cyberbullying and the Limits of Free Speech

Schools and policymakers confront balancing the protection of cyberbullying victims with free speech.

A First Amendment Balancing Act

A First Amendment Balancing Act

Scholars recommend limited government restrictions on false political speech.

Are Vegan “Butter” and “Meat” Labels Protected as Free Speech?

Are Vegan “Butter” and “Meat” Labels Protected as Free Speech?

U.S. courts seem to recognize plant-based companies’ constitutional right to use meat and dairy advertising terms.

Hate Speech in Context

Hate Speech in Context

Scholars argue that hate speech on social media can lead to violence and must be regulated.