Lady Justice: Women of the Court is a monthly podcast produced in partnership with the National Center for State Courts. In each episode, co-hosts Justice Rhonda Wood, of the Arkansas Supreme Court, and Justice Beth Walker, of the Supreme Court of Appeals of West Virginia, discuss the real-world implications of the justice system and judiciary for listeners of all ages. They talk about their roles as women justices on their respective state supreme courts as well as their experiences and insights on the accomplishments and challenges women in state courts face.
Along with their invited guests, they cover topics such as the importance of state constitutional law, how courts operate, the meaning of justice, and why state courts matter.
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Season 4, Episode 6: Social Media Use by Public Officials, Impact of Lindke v. Freed
Join hosts Justice Rhonda Wood of Arkansas and Justice Beth Walker of West Virginia as they delve into the recent Supreme Court of the United States decision in Lindke v. Freed. Their discussion shines a light on how this ruling affects the public, public officials, and state court judges.
Special guest Caroline Mackie, Partner at Poyner Spruill, LLP, provides an insightful, in-depth analysis of the case. The hosts and guest explore the delicate balance between promoting public confidence and education via social media while upholding the First Amendment rights of the public and public officials.
Discussion Points:
- Analysis of Kevin Lindke's Lawsuit Against James Freed for First Amendment Violation
- Impact of Lindke v. Freed Decision on Public Officials and First Amendment Rights
- Caroline Mackie's Amicus Brief: Advocating for Clear Social Media Guidelines for Public Figures
- Examining the Intersection of Private and Public Life on Social Media Platforms for Public Officials
- Tips for Navigating Social Media for Public Figures, as outlined by Associate Justice Amy Coney Barrett's Opinion
Resources:
Lady Justice: Women of the Court is available on iTunes, Spotify, Podbean, Listen Notes, YouTube, and other podcasting apps.
- Listen to the archived 2020-23 podcasts on the Arkansas Judicial Branch website.