Advocating Freedom: Brent Gardner on the TikTok Ban and Digital Rights

Published: April 19, 2024, 3:15 p.m.

In this episode of \u201dAmerican Potential,\u201d host Jeff Crank welcomes Brent Gardner, Chief Government Affairs Officer at Americans for Prosperity, to discuss the recent legislative actions against TikTok and the broader implications for digital freedom and national security. Gardner explains the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, highlighting its aim not just to ban TikTok, but to sever its ties with Chinese ownership, thereby addressing significant security concerns without impinging on the digital rights of Americans.\n\nThe conversation further explores the balance between maintaining national security and upholding free speech within the digital arena. Gardner articulates the challenges of foreign influence in American digital platforms, particularly from China, and stresses the need for a narrowly tailored legislative approach that protects users while fostering innovation and freedom on the internet. This enlightening discussion offers listeners a deep dive into the complexities of modern digital policy and the critical role of informed legislative advocacy in protecting American values in the digital age.\n\n\n\nCheck out American Potential here:\xa0https://americanpotential.com\n\n\n\nCheck out our Spanish episodes here:\xa0https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c\n\n\n\nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast \xa0\n\n\n\nInstagram:\xa0https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/\n\n\n\nX:\xa0https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod