“James Baldwin Didn’t Have to Go Out and Get Votes.” Obama Reflects on Race, Dialogue, and Disinformation in PEN America Interview
In an interview with PEN America, President Obama reflects on race, dialogue, and disinformation as the country confronts a new political future. More
‘Antibodies’ Original Song Channels Fight for Free Expression
“While these two artists come from separate musical traditions and backgrounds, both have found a measure of solidarity in standing for human rights and freedom amid a difficult global… More
PEN America Unveils Fall 2020 PEN Out Loud Lineup
"We’re delighted to offer up a rethinking of our PEN Out Loud series, not just for our all-digital moment, but rather rethinking how conversations are happening in our current… More
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Another day another opportunity to learn how to fight disinfo. I'm leading a session tonight in partnership w/ @DetroitLibrary & @LWV to introduce ppl to disinfo defense tactics & media literacy as a tool for inoculation. Come! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/navigating-disinformation-tickets-144045356539
Roman Anin has worked to expose and investigate those working in the Kremlin. A reopened criminal case charging Roman Anin is a highly concerning threat to free expression and to journalists in Russia. Read PEN America's full statement here: https://bit.ly/2RpaWeU.
Hong Kong media mogul and pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai has told his staff to “stand tall” in a letter from prison. https://bit.ly/3uTIuAx
