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Reclaiming Free Speech for Democracy and Human Rights in a Digitally Networked World

Reclaiming Free Speech for Democracy and Human Rights in a Digitally Networked World

Lessons from universities and social media platforms to help policymakers strengthen democracy and human rights on the internet.

Nov 19, 2020

Rebecca MacKinnon

In Proposition 25 Vote, Californians Reject A Discriminatory Alternative To a Discriminatory System

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In Proposition 25 Vote, Californians Reject A Discriminatory Alternative To a Discriminatory System

Leila Doty on California’s failed vote to replace cash bail with algorithmic pretrial risk assessments.

Nov 18, 2020

Leila Doty

New America’s Open Technology Institute Highlights Innovative School District Solutions to the Remote Learning Gap and Needed E-Rate Reform in New Report

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New America’s Open Technology Institute Highlights Innovative School District Solutions to the Remote Learning Gap and Needed E-Rate Reform in New Report

OTI’s latest report explores innovative solutions to the remote learning gap and explains why E-Rate reform is needed now.

Nov 17, 2020

The Flaws in the Content Moderation System: The Middle East Case Study

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The Flaws in the Content Moderation System: The Middle East Case Study

Spandana Singh examines how platforms content moderation efforts play out in the Middle East.

Nov 17, 2020

Spandana Singh, Eliza Campbell

The Online Learning Equity Gap

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The Online Learning Equity Gap

Broadband access is essential for education. School districts have pioneered innovative solutions that policymakers must support.

Nov 17, 2020

Michael Calabrese, Amir Nasr

Testimony to New York City Council Committee on Technology on the Ethical Implications of Using Artificial Intelligence and Automated Decision Systems in Hiring

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Testimony to New York City Council Committee on Technology on the Ethical Implications of Using Artificial Intelligence and Automated Decision Systems in Hiring

Nov 13, 2020

Lauren Sarkesian

10/30 FCC Reply Reiterating Opposition to Streamlined Approval of Verizon Acquisition of Tracfone

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10/30 FCC Reply Reiterating Opposition to Streamlined Approval of Verizon Acquisition of Tracfone

Oct 30, 2020

Let’s Talk About The Other Social Dilemmas

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Let’s Talk About The Other Social Dilemmas

Spandana Singh looks at the conversation started by Netflix’s docudrama, and where we need to go further.

Oct 29, 2020

Spandana Singh

OTI Condemns ‘Unhinged’ FCC, Urges Restoration of Net Neutrality

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OTI Condemns ‘Unhinged’ FCC, Urges Restoration of Net Neutrality

“The FCC needs to restore net neutrality, expand internet connectivity, and get its priorities straight.”

Oct 27, 2020

Privacy Considerations in Higher Education Online Learning

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Privacy Considerations in Higher Education Online Learning

This report overviews of the privacy risks related to remote learning; risks that are of increased importance due to the ongoing pandemic.

Oct 26, 2020

Chris Sadler

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Technology & Democracy

Thriving Families

Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate

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You’ve Changed

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Cultivating Connections: Why Relationships Matter for Youth Apprenticeship

Private 5G Networks at Risk

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Reclaiming Free Speech for Democracy and Human Rights in a Digitally Networked World

In Proposition 25 Vote, Californians Reject A Discriminatory Alternative To a Discriminatory System

New America’s Open Technology Institute Highlights Innovative School District Solutions to the Remote Learning Gap and Needed E-Rate Reform in New Report

The Flaws in the Content Moderation System: The Middle East Case Study

The Online Learning Equity Gap

Testimony to New York City Council Committee on Technology on the Ethical Implications of Using Artificial Intelligence and Automated Decision Systems in Hiring

10/30 FCC Reply Reiterating Opposition to Streamlined Approval of Verizon Acquisition of Tracfone

Let’s Talk About The Other Social Dilemmas

OTI Condemns ‘Unhinged’ FCC, Urges Restoration of Net Neutrality

Privacy Considerations in Higher Education Online Learning