Free Expression in America Post-2020 [pdf]

An interesting survey. Not at all what could be concluded from social media data. Some points:

* The perceived importance of the freedom of speech does not notably differ from the perceived importance of other rights.

* Political alignment differentiates freedom of speech issues, but regardless of alignment, the majority is concerned about things like dis/-misinformation, election denial, incitement, etc.

* A clear majority sees hate speech as a serious problem.

* The First Amendment is widely misunderstood.

* All rights are pretty much seen as being under a threat.

* Only a small minority of people discuss news online.

* Only a very small minority has been a subject of content moderation.

* People want platforms to carry out moderation but no one really trusts platforms.

Page 7: How easy or difficult is it for the following people to use their free speech rights without consequence in America today? [0: very difficult, 10: very easy]

According to Democrats, it's very easy for white supremacists (5.6), but much harder for LGBTQ people (3.9) and BLM activists (3.1).

How many open white supremacists are in high positions of government? Or received donations and statements of support to their cause by multinational corporations? Are there official months honoring white supremacy?