"Freedom of expression is a really important component of democracy. Curtailing freedom of speech, including in online settings, can have a real impact on democracy. You don’t want to wait until it’s too late to make that argument to ensure that the policies are in place to protect that freedom."
"Those in power see speech as something that is important to challenging their authority, and so it can be a really important place to fight back and protect democracy and other rights from being impacted by those who hold power at the moment."
"My book, Future Histories, critiques techno-utopianism and looks to the past for lessons for our technological and cultural future. I think the fundamentals are still true, and the core arguments remain relevant today."
Lizzie O'Shea emphasizes the importance of freedom of expression as a fundamental component of democracy. She argues that curtailing this freedom, particularly online, can significantly impact democratic processes. O'Shea believes that those in power often view speech as a challenge to their authority, making it essential to protect this freedom. Her book, Future Histories, critiques techno-utopianism and reflects on past lessons for future technological and cultural developments, maintaining that the core arguments remain relevant today.
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