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On the Front Lines of Democracy

Joel Simon, Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady

In conversation with David Kaye

November 14, 2022

The author of The Infodemic, Joel Simon, and the directors of the HBO documentary Endangered, Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady, describe how lies, censorship, and attacks on journalists are undermining democracy in the US and around the world. The Infodemic: How Censorship and Lies Made the World Sicker and Less Free, co-authored by Simon and Robert Mahoney, chronicles the ways in which governments cracked down on dissent and usurped power during the COVID19 pandemic, under the guise of protecting public health. Endangered, produced by Loki Films and Ronan Farrow, tells the story of four journalists confronting violence and tackling misinformation as they fight to report the truth. The discussion is moderated by David Kaye, a law professor and leading free expression expert.

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Stacy Lieberman

As President and CEO of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles (LFLA), Stacy Lieberman is an innovative and inclusive leader whose career dwells at the intersection of arts and culture, lifelong learning, storytelling, and equitable access. Stacy guides the Foundation’s philanthropic and public-facing priorities to serve the Los Angeles Public Library, embracing the notion that libraries are beacons of democracy where everyone is welcome. She works intentionally with community leaders, donors, and internal and external strategic partners to raise awareness and resources for the Library and its life-changing initiatives.

With more than 20 years of experience as a senior executive, Stacy has left an indelible mark on iconic L.A. arts, non-profit, and educational institutions such as The Broad, the Autry Museum of the American West, and the Skirball Cultural Center. Building on an early career in book publishing, she has dedicated her professional life to sharing stories and broadening the reach of public institutions to welcome visitors and students of all ages and backgrounds to experience educational, arts, and cultural opportunities.