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What does Trump’s election mean for digital freedom of speech?

  • Written by Luis Hestres, Assistant Professor of Digital Communication, The University of Texas at San Antonio
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As the shock of Donald Trump’s election victory is giving way to analysis about how his presidency will affect Americans’ lives, our digital freedom of speech deserves special consideration. The ability to express ourselves freely is a fundamental right guaranteed to us all.

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