Research and Resource Library
This library includes Data & Society publications produced over our 10+ year history. Our research, events, and insights explore how technology shapes society, and how society can shape technology in turn.
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Census Evolution: From White Supremacy to Racial Justice – Count on Your Census
"When the founding framers mandated a Census in the U.S. Constitution, their vision was to generate…
January 5, 2021
Audio
Breaking down Gab: What you need to know about the social media platform that is a “haven for white nationalists”
Cristina Lopez G. provides an explainer about the social media platform "Gab."
October 28, 2018
Blog post
The Case for Quarantining Extremist Ideas
Data & Society President and Founder danah boyd and Media Manipulation Research Lead Joan Donovan…
June 1, 2018
Academic article
Media Manipulation and Disinformation Online
"Online communities are increasingly turning to conspiracy-driven news sources, whose…
May 15, 2017
Report
Points: Are There Limits to Online Free Speech?
In “Are There Limits to Online Free Speech?" D&S fellow Alice Marwick argues against simplistic…
January 5, 2017
Blog post