Public officials often ask whether the First Amendment restricts their activities on social media, particularly when they seek to delete comments or block individuals from accessing their accounts. Generally, in order for an...more
In Lindke v. Freed, the U.S. Supreme Court found that a civil rights violation might have occurred when the City Manager of Port Huron, Michigan deleted and blocked comments on his personal Facebook page. This depended on...more
PublicCEO Article on Navigating Developing Challenges Involving Public Records, Social Media and More -
In today’s ever-changing municipal landscape, there are many challenges that can arise for city clerks and board...more
California's AB 992 Analyzed in PublicCEO by BB&K's HongDao Nguyen and Albert Maldonado -
Clicking the “like” button has become second nature.
Whether it’s a thumbs up, hug or sad face on Facebook, or a heart reaction...more
New California Law Addresses Prohibition on Serial Meetings on Social Media -
California public officials could run afoul of the Brown Act if they communicate with legislative members of the same body on social media...more
The First Amendment continues to evolve to ensure speakers remain protected.
This was recently substantiated by the Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruling in Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University,...more
The court concluded its opinion with an observation that at this time in history, “wide-open, robust debate” is the best assurance of good government.
The Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals ruled last week that public...more
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Social media is the modern-day public square.
Facebook, Twitter and other social media platforms have effectively harnessed technology to turn communication into an interactive dialogue — fundamentally shifting the way...more