4 chapters across the catalog
New York State Bar Association Vaccine Recommendation
The New York State Bar Association passed a resolution urging the state to consider mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations, even for those with religious or philosophical objections. The hosts debate the legal precedent for such a move, referencing historical smallpox cases and questioning Alan Dershowitz's assertion that the government has the authority to "jab a needle in your arm."
Section 230 and the Publisher vs Platform Legal Muddle
The legal protections of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act are under scrutiny as tech platforms act more like traditional publishers. While companies claim they are not publishers to avoid liability, they simultaneously invoke First Amendment editorial rights to justify content moderation. The hosts argue that by using algorithms to curate and promote content, these companies have effectively become authors and publishers.
Vicious Lawless Association Disestablishment Bill, Slave Training in Australia
A detailed analysis of the "Vicious Lawless Association Disestablishment Bill" in Queensland reveals that the law applies to any group of three or more people, not just biker gangs. The hosts argue that the broad definitions could criminalize social clubs, such as knitting or book clubs, if any member is deemed a "vicious lawless associate." They characterize the bill as a "slave act" that severely curtails freedom of association.
Dutch Royal Family, Associated Press Privacy Lawsuit
The Dutch Royal Family won a privacy case against the Associated Press regarding vacation photos taken in Argentina. The judge ruled the images lacked newsworthiness under European human rights legislation, though no monetary damages were awarded. The hosts argue the ruling is largely symbolic as the photos continue to circulate as part of the news coverage of the trial itself.
