The Evan Bray Show - Dwight Newman + Open Lines - September 17th, 2024

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With the rise of social media also comes the rise of trolls and online haters. Montreal's mayor is facing some backlash for blocking comments on her social media. Dwight Newman, College of Law professor at the University of Saskatchewan joins Evan to discuss if public figures should be allowed to block people online Then we open the phones and ask you Do you think public figures should be allowed to block rude people online? Do you think that impedes on people’s right to an opinion and free speech online?
17 Sep 2024 11AM English Canada News Commentary

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