Viral Hate: Containing Its Spread on the Internet

The Internet provides a powerful platform for individuals to engage in free speech, but some extremists regularly go online, often anonymously, to spread bigotry, engage in cyber-bullying, and encourage violence. In their new book, Viral Hate: Containing Its Spread on the Internet, Abraham Foxman and Christopher Wolf argue that online hate speech is a serious threat that needs to be addressed and discuss the merits of a range of responses including through the law, counter-speech, and intervention by intermediaries.

Please join ITIF for a presentation from co-author Christopher Wolf. This will be followed by a panel discussion on the importance of combating hate speech and the means available to do so. Lunch will be provided.