Ep 35 | How the Government Weaponized the Internet | Guest: Mike Benz
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Mike Benz, executive director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, joins James Poulos to discuss protecting digital liberties and the growing government control over censorship and access to information. As conflicts like Russia and Ukraine unfold, censorship on social media platforms further complicates the discourse, hindering efforts toward constructive dialogue and peace. While the U.S. government limits online free speech domestically, it continues to hold a weakened global position compared to China (Huawei) and Taiwan (chip manufacturing), both of which have technological superiority.   Sponsors: Join the New Founding Talent Network. Find your next hire – https://newfounding.com/talent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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