The Knight First Amendment Institute defends the freedoms of speech and the press in the digital age through strategic litigation, research, and public education. Its aim is to promote a system of free expression that is open and inclusive, that broadens and elevates public discourse, and that fosters creativity, accountability, and effective self-government. 

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Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University

Jameel Jaffer

Larry Siems

Kitty Ahmed

Scott Wilkens

Katie Fallow

Nadine Farid Johnson

Lorraine Kenny

Katy Glenn Bass

Candace White

Alex Abdo

The Legal Team at the Knight First Amendment Institute focuses on advancing and defending First Amendment rights through strategic litigation and legal advocacy. They conduct thorough research, draft legal documents, and represent the Institute in court to address issues surrounding free speech and press freedoms, particularly in the digital landscape. Additionally, they engage in public education efforts to raise awareness about First Amendment protections and promote an open discourse in society.

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