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Can America regulate big tech at all?

State internet-safety laws face First Amendment scrutiny in 2024

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By Tamara Gilkes Borr

The first amendment—which prevents the government from “abridging the freedom of speech”—is foundational to America’s democracy. Several states have recently passed legislation to regulate the tech industry that may violate this fundamental right. In 2024, tech companies will fight back.

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This article appeared in the United States section of the print edition of The World Ahead 2024 under the headline “Online safety v free speech”

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