Reputation Management Online: America's "Right to Be Forgotten"

The book explores the rise of cancel culture and backlash based on old tweets and social media posts, engaging with the European Right to Be Forgotten from a communication studies perspective. It intervenes in debates about the regulation of the internet and broader socio-legal debates about the role of reputation-damaging speech in a democratic society.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 108 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book offers a timely contribution to ongoing discussions surrounding speech on the internet from a communication studies perspective. It addresses the contemporary concerns surrounding the emergence of "cancel culture" and the backlash triggered by the resurfacing of old tweets and social media posts. By engaging with the European Right to Be Forgotten from a U.S. based perspective, the book sheds light on the complexities and challenges associated with regulating online speech.

The book intervenes in specific debates about the regulation of the internet, as well as broader socio-legal debates about the role of reputation-damaging speech in a democratic society. It delves into the ethical implications of regulating online content, the potential risks and benefits of anonymity, and the ways in which technology is shaping the dynamics of public discourse.

With its comprehensive coverage of relevant topics, the book will be of great relevance to all students and scholars of communication studies, public relations, rhetoric, new and digital media, internet law, technology and society, computer mediated communication, and sociology. It provides a valuable resource for understanding the evolving landscape of speech on the internet and its implications for society as a whole.

Weight: 158g
Dimension: 137 x 217 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032262529