Episode 62: Evolving or Eroding? The State of Free Speech in America

from Boiling Point Cincinnati · host Clayton Adams, Michelle Dunn & Mark Niehaus

In this rare solo episode, Clayton investigates the pressing question: is free speech evolving or eroding in Trump’s America? He unpacks the state of public discourse in a polarized country, looking at the tension between protecting expression and curbing harmful rhetoric.Clayton also explores the digital battlefield—examining how the loosening of social media content moderation has accelerated the spread of misinformation and propaganda online. From political narratives to culture wars, this episode takes a hard look at what free speech means in the 21st century and whether democracy can withstand the challenges of an unchecked online ecosystem.Send us Fan Mail

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