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Season 4, Episode 6: Social Media Use by Public Officials, Impact of Lindke v. Freed
Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia as they delve into the recent Supreme Court of the United States decision in Lindke v. Freed. Their discussion shines a light on how this ruling affects the public, public officials, and state court judges.
Special guest Caroline Mackie, Partner at Poyner Spruill, LLP, provides an insightful, in-depth analysis of the case. They explore the delicate balance between promoting public confidence and education via social media while upholding the First Amendment rights of the public and public officials.
Discussion Points:
-Analysis of Kevin Lindke's Lawsuit Against James Freed for First Amendment Violation
-Impact of Lindke v. Freed Decision on Public Officials and First Amendment Rights
-Caroline Mackie's Amicus Brief: Advocating for Clear Social Media Guidelines for Public Figures
-Examining the Intersection of Private and Public Life on Social Media Platforms for Public Officials
-Tips for Navigating Social Media for Public Figures, as outlined by Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Opinion
Resources:
- Supreme Court Case
https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/DocketFiles/html/Public/22-611.html
- Amicus Brief
https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-611/270245/20230630170439817_22-611%20Amicus%20BOM%20IMLA.pdf
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Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia as they delve into the recent Supreme Court of the United States decision in Lindke v. Freed. Their discussion shines a light on how this ruling affects the public, public officials, and state court judges.
Special guest Caroline Mackie, Partner at Poyner Spruill, LLP, provides an insightful, in-depth analysis of the case. They explore the delicate balance between promoting public confidence and education via social media while upholding the First Amendment rights of the public and public officials.
Discussion Points:
-Analysis of Kevin Lindke's Lawsuit Against James Freed for First Amendment Violation
-Impact of Lindke v. Freed Decision on Public Officials and First Amendment Rights
-Caroline Mackie's Amicus Brief: Advocating for Clear Social Media Guidelines for Public Figures
-Examining the Intersection of Private and Public Life on Social Media Platforms for Public Officials
-Tips for Navigating Social Media for Public Figures, as outlined by Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Opinion
Resources:
- Supreme Court Case
https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/DocketFiles/html/Public/22-611.html
- Amicus Brief
https://www.supremecourt.gov/DocketPDF/22/22-611/270245/20230630170439817_22-611%20Amicus%20BOM%20IMLA.pdf