The book "Liar in a Crowded Theater" could be considered a masterpiece. I have not read the book, but from what I hear of Jeff Kosseff it blows away other internet themed data analysis. It says "Freedom of speech in a world of misinformation" and takes that point to the next level. It details types of lies and types of truths.

Even though lies can inflict huge damage, they should be protected under law. Liar in a crowded theater explores both history of protected falsehoods and where to go from there.

Midshipmen who were taught at the US Naval Academy must have benefitted much from being under a smart guy like Jeff. Jeff considers himself a scholar and enjoyed the challenge of critical thinking at the academy.

Part I. Why the law protects falsehoods.

Part II. Why we regulate falsehoods.

Part III. Why we empower rationality.

These three objectives are the main themes of the book. Empowering Rationality is split into four stanzas, Counterspeech and Self-help, Intermediaries, Accountability, and Demand.

In addition to the three parts there is also a conclusion, Acknowledgements, Notes and Index. There is also a note to the reader and an Introduction.

The book is not a substitute for legal advice. There may be some offensive language, but only to better show examples.

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