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SOCIETY
The Power of Speech
Debates around free speech have taken on new urgency in the Internet age. Are we self-censoring more? How do we take action against hate speech while avoiding the dangers of censorship? And what does "cancel culture" have to do with all this? Hear from Jelani Cobb, dean of the Columbia Journalism School and staff writer for The New Yorker, and Nadine Strossen, former president of the ACLU and professor at New York Law School, as they talk with New York Times columnist David Brooks about the connection between free speech and disinformation, the upsides and pitfalls of regulation, and the state of free speech on college campuses.
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LEADERSHIP
Gen-Z: Young, Scrappy, and Changing the World
How are youth-led movements changing the world? What role can adults play? "As more and more young people turn away from traditional media, we have an opportunity to uplift perspectives that have traditionally been underrepresented and hear directly from those most affected by various rulings or policies," says Aidan Kohn-Murphy, founder and executive director of Gen-Z for Change. We caught up with him about how social media is upending traditional avenues for civic engagement, the importance of self-care in activism, and why he has so much hope in his generation.
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BEAUTY
Is Beauty Really in the Eye of the Beholder?
Whether we find it in art, landscapes, architecture, or other people, beauty is certainly one of the most enduring and controversial philosophical debates. Why did humans evolve to enjoy beauty and pleasure? Are we born with aesthetic preferences, or are they mostly constructed through social and cultural contexts? Should beauty be the goal of art? And how is social media affecting our self-perception? We've gathered sessions from the 2022 Aspen Ideas Festival that examine the notion of beauty in its many forms, from conversations that unpack the new phenomenon of Zoom dysmorphia, to discussions on beauty and our built environment, to reflections on aging without getting old.
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TECHNOLOGY
Save the Date: Unfinished Live in New York City
Unfinished Live is an immersive event exploring the collision of technology, art, ideas, and impact. Over the course of four days, these worlds unite within a live experience focused on building the next generation of the internet. This September 21-24, leading experts and engaged citizens will convene at The Shed in New York City to exchange ideas on our digital future. Use the code ASPEN50 to get a special 50% discount on tickets.
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