Social platform’s court is now in session

mlns='> Keep your content safe for (and from) democracy [View Message in Browser]( / [Add Us to Safe Sender List]( [Content Marketing Institute]( [Content Marketing Institute]( Daily News and Alert 2.26.24 Connect with CMI Hi there, The U.S. Supreme Court has spent a lot of time in the media spotlight recently. But this week, the Court will be turning that spotlight right back around as it hears arguments on [two landmark cases]( related to social media content moderation. In 2021, the states of Florida and Texas each passed “anti-censorship” bills, written in response to what their state legislatures see as unfair tech company practices for banning individual users and the content they’ve posted. The bills each require social platforms to, among other things, publish their moderation criteria and apply them consistently. Industry groups representing the platforms soon filed lawsuits against both states on the grounds that their bills violated the tech companies’ First Amendment rights. They contend that this legislation would set a dangerous precedent around government intervention in a media marketplace built on the free exchange of ideas. After a series of injunctions and appeals court rulings, it’s now up to SCOTUS to decide whether either of these laws will stand. It's a complicated question with potentially troubling implications. Some experts say it could lead to the end of social media moderation and [threaten the enforcement of anti-discrimination and child protection laws.]( Participation on social platforms always carries some [risk for brands]( and the SCOTUS decision (no matter which way it goes) doesn't change that. Whether you believe in content moderation (we do) or not, the future of social media will be shaped by the court’s decision. And that’s one more reason to follow CMI’s longtime advice to build your audience on your owned channels. That way, you won't have to rely on third-party sites. In the meantime, here are more resources to help you win your battle against imposing content challenges.  Jodi Harris Director of Editorial & Content Strategy Content Marketing Institute [Share your feedback](mailto:jodi.harris@informa.com?subject=CMI%20content%20feedback&elqTrackId=C78334B47849D341D3EB845595B6607C)  ICYMI: [Owned Media Demands This New Content Role for Long-Term Success]( For your owned media properties to flourish, your company needs an experienced person or team in charge of their growth. Here’s why an editorial product manager is the best-fit role for handling that task.  Wednesday and Thursday: [AI Masterclass for Content Marketers]( | 1 p.m. ET This free two-day digital event takes you beyond ChatGPT to discover AI's untapped potential to advance your strategy, process, and policy. Explore these six sessions and learn how to leverage AI to build your strategy, scale your content operations, fuel your creativity, and more. Sign up to join live or on demand.  Friday: [Application Deadline for CMI’s Mentorship Program]( Ready to invest in your professional success? Want to learn from others who have paved the path in content and are eager to share their knowledge? CMI’s Mentorship Program pairs content marketers seeking career guidance with leaders from the CMI community. As a mentee, you'll broaden your network and get one-on-one guidance from someone outside your organization who understands the content marketing landscape. Submit your application by this Friday, March 1.   To change your email preferences or unsubscribe, visit our [preference center.]( Copyright © 2024 Informa Connect, All rights reserved Content Marketing Institute, an Informa Connect brand 605 3rd Ave | New York | NY 10158 [Terms of Service]( | [Privacy Statement]( [informa tech]