In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with NetChoice's Director of Policy, Patrick Hedger about the implications of the UK's Online Safety Act and its potential impact on free speech and small businesses. They discuss the chilling effects of content moderation laws, the Kids Online Safety Act in the U.S., and the need for parental empowerment and education on online safety. The conversation also touches on the importance of innovation in artificial intelligence and the risks posed by overregulation. Learn more about NetChoice | NetChoice.org

<p>In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with NetChoice's Director of Policy, Patrick Hedger about the implications of the UK's Online Safety Act and its potential impact on free speech and small businesses. They discuss the chilling effects of content moderation laws, the Kids Online Safety Act in the U.S., and the need for parental empowerment and education on online safety. The conversation also touches on the importance of innovation in artificial intelligence and the risks posed by overregulation. Learn more about NetChoice | NetChoice.org</p>

Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.

<p>Main Street Matters with Elaine Parker and Alfredo Ortiz explores the intersection of small business and government policy. With more than 90 million Americans either owning or depending on small business for their household income, policies like taxes, regulations, and access to credit have a huge effect on the American Dream. Elaine and Alfredo talk with small business owners, government officials and office holders, and experts about everything from education to the labor market on this interesting and entertaining podcast.</p>

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In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker speaks with NetChoice's Director of Policy, Patrick Hedger about the implications of the UK's Online Safety Act and its potential impact on free speech and small businesses.