Can the Internet Be Safer? Prof. Tamar Mitts Explains Online Extremism & Moderation.

Prof. Tamar Mitts, Assistant Professor of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University, and a valued member of both the Data Science Institute and the Saltzman Institute of War and Peace Studies, shares valuable insights from her latest book, Safe Havens for Hate: The Challenge of Moderating Online Extremism. In this timely and important work, she explores the complexities of moderating online hate while balancing the principles of free expression and digital governance. Prof. Tamar’s research explores pressing questions at the nexus of technology, conflict, and political behavior. She investigates how digital platforms influence political violence, extremism, and public opinion, with particular focus on the role of social media during conflict, the strategies of violent and nonviolent movements online, and the manipulation of media to sway public sentiment. Her work combines innovative data collection methods with rigorous empirical designs, leveraging insights from digital media to illuminate the dynamics of modern political conflict. Prof. Tamar’s research has been published in top academic journals such as American Political Science Review, International Organization, Journal of Politics, Perspectives on Politics, and Journal of Economic Perspectives. It has also been featured in major media outlets including The Washington Post, Boston Globe, Fortune, Vox, War on the Rocks, and Foreign Policy. Professor Mitts earned her B.A. in Politics from New York University and her M.A., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Political Science from Columbia University. This podcast is brought to you by Global Management Consultancy. For more information, please visit www.globalmanagementconsultancy.com. Disclaimer: A. The background music used in this video is the property of its respective developer and is protected by Copyright. Although it is a free version, Business Talk, Global Management Consultancy and Deepak Bhatt do not hold the rights to this music. B. Prof. Tamar Mitts, generously shared profound insights from her book, “Safe Havens for Hate: The Challenge of Moderating Online Extremism,” during her appearance on the Business Talk podcast channel. The uploaded video contains copyrighted material; therefore, any modifications to graphics, music, or the presence of the author or host are strictly prohibited. All content is © 2025. All rights reserved.