Jane Susskind is a Judicial Law Clerk at Nevada Supreme Court.
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Can legislation on technology ever reflect the fast-paced nature of the digital frontier? Credit: readwrite.com In a push toward increased privacy in the social media realm, Washington became the most recent state to enact a law banning employers from asking for the website or password of an employee'
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Since the creation of GooglePlus (commonly referred to as Google+) back in 2011, the social network has received mixed reviews, with criticism centered around the lack of meaningful content and low levels of user engagement. Despite the skepticism, however, the once "invitation-only" social networking site has blossomed into
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There's no doubt about it: social media played an imperative role in shaping 2012, and its dominance is here to stay. We've witnessed its role in the 2012 election and the rise of Twitter, Pinterest and Google+ in the wake of decreased interest in Facebook. We&
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This week, the Internet Association unveiled a redesigned website, equipped with the tools necessary for online political participation in the decision-making process for citizens. By clicking on the "Leave Your Mark" option under the website's "Take Action" tab, users can add their input on
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Annette Shaff / Shutterstock.com Twitter has time and time again affirmed its commitment to free speech on the social network, boldly citing its belief in the open exchange of information and dedication to an open and safe Internet. In their January 2013 Twitter Transparency Report, Twitter's legal policy
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In response to the growing privacy concerns, local law enforcement agencies in Maine are now required to have a warrant to track cell phone activity. Passed on Tuesday, LD415 reads: "a government entity may not obtain location information without a valid warrant issued by a duly authorized judge or
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As in any diverse democracy, we are constantly confronted with disagreement and tough decisions on every level of governance. Anticipating the diversity of opinions, our Founding Fathers set in place the tools necessary to resolve conflict, aiming to give all members of society a voice in the political process. The
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July 4 is a time of heightened patriotism. Celebrating our independence from Great Britain's rule, Americans across the nation gather with friends and family to commemorate the establishment of our freedom and the principles on which our country was founded. While recent events have made us critical of
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In the absence of mainstream media coverage, protesters in Turkey have overwhelmingly turned to Twitter to report, spread, and organize civil demonstrations across the country. Responding to the eviction of a civil protest against the demolition of Instanbul's Taksim Gezi Park, political unrest erupted on May 28, 2013.
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Distrust in traditional media sources is not limited to the United States and is prevalent in nations in the Middle East, according to recent research conducted by Northwestern University in Qatar. The survey focused on eight countries in the region: Qatar, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Tunisia, and the
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In the battle between online and traditional media, the Internet has repeatedly come out on top, with recent findings further indicating the erosion of Americans' confidence in traditional media. According to Gallup, Americans' trust in newspapers fell to 23 percent this year, the second lowest percentage recorded by
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One-fifth of adults (20%) view both political parties unfavorably, with political party favorability down from the post-election hype of November 2012. While Democrats enjoy a 7 percentage point lead when it comes to favorability ratings, favorability of both the major parties is below their historical averages. "More broadly speaking,