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FSU’s Sara Gon on how to cool SA’s heat generated by freedom of speech (especially on social media)

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In this fascinating interview, the director of SA’s Free Speech Union Sara Gon examines examples of where applying that freedom landed protagonists in hot water - referencing Elon Musk and Pavel Durov and local examples Tim Noakes, Roman Cabanac, Chris Hart, Renaldo Gouws and Pretoria Girls High. Her suggestions are to identify yourself, take responsibility, and act respectfully, even if opposing ideas seem abhorrent. Ms Gon practised law for 17 years and is the head of strategic engagement policy at SA’s oldest think-tank, the prestigious Institute of RaceRelations. She spoke to BizNews editor Alec Hogg.
28 Aug 2024 9AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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