Robert Hernandez’s ideas on media regulation

• Who is Robert Hernandez?

  He is a professor at USC Annenberg focusing on journalism and communications.
• What is Robert Hernandez's focus in his research?

  He focuses on extremism online and graphic content from terrorist groups.
• What does Robert Hernandez believe about the public's access to graphic content?

  He believes the public should have access to graphic videos from terrorist groups without censorship.
• How does Hernandez justify his belief in public access to graphic content?

  He argues that seeing graphic images from events like the Vietnam War is educational and iconic.
• What historical context does Hernandez use to support his argument?

  He references imagery from the Vietnam War and its impact on public understanding.
• What modern examples does Hernandez use to illustrate his points?

  He discusses ISIS and Neo-Nazi groups and their online content.
• What is Hernandez's stance on media regulation?

  He is in favor of deregulated media, especially online.
• What are the key ideas of Robert Hernandez regarding media regulation?

  • Public should access graphic content without censorship
  • Historical images educate society about past mistakes
  • Modern examples include ISIS and Neo-Nazi propaganda
  • Advocates for deregulated media, especially online
• Why does Hernandez believe the public should see graphic content?

  He believes it helps society learn and understand the realities of events.
• How does Hernandez view the role of government and social media companies in content regulation?

  He believes it should not be their responsibility to decide what the public sees.