As you learn and think about Intellectual Property, I'd like for you to watch Lawrence Lessig's TED Talk: "Laws that choke creativity."
Even
though this presentation was done in March 2007, it is still highly
relevant to issues involving copyright and digital and online media.
After you watch the presentation, return here and add a comment about whether you agree with Lessig or not, and why or why not. Also, because we are near the end of the semester, the deadline for your comment is 11:59 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, which is last class day for the fall. Late comments will not be accepted for credit.
Remember, also, to include your first name, last name initial and class (MW or Online).
156 comments:
Sam S (MW 9:30-10:50AM)
I wholeheartedly agree with Lessig, especially with the forethought we have looking back at this 2007 TED Talk. We as a society have become so obsessed with regulating every single aspect of life, that we are now at a point where if we want to make something "our own" we risk breaking a law and being punished for it. The best example is YouTube and copyright - Fair Use isn't properly appreciated and "copyright strikes" are abused and used in an unfair way.
The way I see it, is that unless you had created content or are apart of a company that creates content BEFORE all of these regulations and laws were put into place, the likelihood you are able to properly make content without fear of being reprimanded is extremely low. And that's something we never talk about, because everyone is so focused on being highly successful and making the most money all the time.
Marissa Martinez
Online Class
Lawrence Lessig is a lawyer and legal activist who discusses not only legal issues, but generational issues that are now directly related to how law, specifically copy right law is affected and changing.
I found myself agreeing with Lessig as I feel that creativity and culture has been lost through the internet as people recreate their own version of those videos or create remixes that hinder the orginal creator's work. They are taking the original work and making a different message.
Copyright is important as it protects the work of the original artist, there has been legal wars due too copyright problem. As a creative enthusiast, I like what copyright stands for. I would not want someone to take credit for the work that I create. Copyright law in this case needs to adapt with time and technology. It can’t just stay the same and expect to work fairly and justly. It needs to work in favor of the artist, so they have the choice if they want their work recreated or left alone.
Bayli Lewis, MW Online
After watching the video, I agree with Lessig was saying about copywriting. Today, people are so caught up in their work and always want credit for the things they create, which they should be, but to have someone copy your hard work and get credit for that isn't cool so like what Lessig said, "culture where creativity was consumed but the consumer is not a creator" matches perfectly with what I just said. The internet is either going to make or break today's society. With it becoming so important in the way we do our jobs and life, things need to be copyrighted because you work hard for that to be done. Also, with the digital world becoming more important, there's a chance that your work could get copied but just make sure those copyright laws are in place so that doesn't happen, and make sure you're coming up with your own creativity and work.
Kamryn Allen MW 9:30am online
I agree with Lessig, I feel like our world is so wrapped up in getting credit and monetary things. Lessig makes valid points about today's society and how everyone is so consumed with getting credit. The law that has been established goes to show just how every portion of our life can be regulated by copyright laws. After watching this video, I feel like Lessig makes great points, explaining how people have little to no room to make new things without risking being reprimanded by the law.
I do also feel like copyright is important, but I feel like Lessig makes very valid points regarding how creativity can be halted.
After watching Lessig's video, I do have to say that I agree with what he says about copyrighting. The internet is a place where people want to share their creativity and they simply do it to show the love of what they're doing. But because laws are changing and the internet is changing at a fast rate, we can get caught up in wanting the credit for the work we put out to the public. The whole concept of the copyright law is important because no one wants their work to be stolen and the credit is given to someone else, but it does scare people into not being as creative. There will always be conflict between the law and technology, but it honestly comes down to if someone is in it for the money, or they just want to be openly creative and share their work.
Tiger Shi MW 9:30
Lessig is completely correct because once you created something, that idea is yours. Copyright laws basically protect your work from being stolen. However, I do understand that there are at times in which those laws make people skeptical about fair use, creative commons etc. A simple solution in resolving all of this would be to think with logic/common sense before pursuing a piece of work: whether it'd be an original idea or an idea that took inspiration creatively.
Bailey Ray
Online
Lawrence Lessig was featured in this TED talk to explain the topic of 20th century developed world. Copyright is compared to and talked about how it is related to our civil laws. Will the flight over land stop because it has "trespassed" by flying over land that was not theirs? NO.
After watching the video, I have come to agree with Lawrence Lessig due to his ability to recognize the change and competition that comes with the ever changing advancement in technology. With change comes production, quick and easy access and betterment of work.
Copy right is important because it holds the unique aspect in regard to the original artist. But because of the ever changing advancement in technology individuals sometimes get away with changing the original work and making it their own. For example, remixing old music and making it either more up-beat or adding new music to make a whole new sound. After all, each day the world is changing and individuals become more creative with the way things can work. Therefore, I do believe that in this case, the laws of copyright should then evolve alongside technology.
Ashleigh Doan- MW 9:30-10:50am/ online.
I completely agree with Lessig, from his TedTalk. Once you create your own product, name or idea, that becomes yours. Other people shouldn't be able to take your idea and barely tweak it, and then end up with a more successful brand, company etc. The copyright law is very important to have, because artists want to be praised and awarded for their work, not have it taken from them. It can be difficult with how quickly technology is changing, but I believe they're going to have to keep coming up with more and more laws to protect people and their work.
Matheus Carvalho - Online class
I agree with every single word stated in that TED talk. I believe that the Internet has become a world domain that is almost impossible to contain and control! Once the material is out in it, it cannot be stopped from spreading as much as it cannot be stopped from being used. I think artists, amateurs, and governments should be able to identify this scenario and approach the situation just as BMI did. At the same pace, it is important to protect individual work, since the inappropriate usage of it, also known as "piracy," is damaging to any intellectual property. However, copyright laws should manage to adapt to the way that they deal with copyright. A great example that I like to use is the Creative Commons license! To me, the CC license is the best example of how copyright laws can evolve and adapt to the new and unavoidable technologies
Christina Willis
MW 9:30-10:50
I most certainly agree with Lessing with giving this TED Talk and his views about it. The internet over the years from the beginning has become very advanced to where controlling it, isn't an option because it's just too much to control. He recognizing when it comes to creating a new product and being able to see the competition, it gains easy access to creating a much betterment of work. I believe copy right is very important just because people put in time and their own money to make their own products and it wouldn't be fair of those who didn't put in work but want to claim others work. Now, because everything is changing so much and it's hard to keep up, there are different loop holes and views for people to get around it and at times even get away with it.
I 100% agree with Lessig. In our society, we have a lot of creative people who want to share their ideas or visions. The internet is littered with inspirations from all types of people. Of course, if you are sharing your ideas, then you are going to want credit for them. I think copyright laws are very important, but they can also hinder creativity and sharing. It is hard to keep up. With that being said, it is also important not to copy someone else’s work. Then people would not have to worry so much about the ever-changing copyright laws.
Molly Gonzales MW 9:30
It is crazy to see Lessing discuss an issue in 2007 that people are just now beginning to notice 13 years later in 2020. I agree with Lessing completely, copyright laws are extremely outdated, they are not written in a way that has progressed with technology. On YouTube many content creators are threatened with demonetization or being banned from the site for too many copyright strikes on their channel without any consideration of Fair Use. This stifles many creators ability to create the videos they want. Youtube isn't the only platform that does this. It us time copyright laws are reformed to protect people that wish to create unique content under fair use and to keep up with modern technology.
Ashley Moore MW 9:30
I completely agree with everything that Lessig said in his TED Talk. In today's society, it is so easy to take another artists' work and tweak it just the right amount to take credit for their work. Copyrighting is so important and something that should be looked at more seriously. Hopefully in the future people will start to do a little bit more research before stealing others ideas or maybe (not getting any hopes up here) copyright laws will be updated and new forms of creativity will be forced.
Miriam Vakdez/ Online
I find myself agreeing with Lessig, in some ways copyright laws need to be updated and adapted to the times. I also agree that copyright laws are important because our society has continuous creative ideas especially within the new generations. Obviously if we put our work out there we want to receive credit, but we also want to see what our work has inspired in others. Because of the constant change in technology and the internet people create their own versions and call it their own.All in all I think that as technology advances so should copyright laws and regulations the two work hand in hand and therefore should be treated as such.
Raia Blankenship MW (9:30-10:50)
I do agree with what Lessig said for the most part. As a creator myself I find that I personally don't want my works being used by anybody, but there should be an adjustment to copyright law for those who do want their works to be used non-commercially and such. The internet is a wide place for creators to out stuff out, but at the same time it's become way more business oriented as if everyone should turn their creations into profit rather than for the fun of it.
I totally agree with what Lessig is saying in this video. Our society has been so consumed by the earning of profits, credibility, and fame that we have drifted from creativity, inclusivity, and togetherness! We should be able to create freely and use other people's ideas to build off of. I also feel the need to point out that it is virtually impossible to create something brand new from scratch without at least the influence of someone else's work or ideas.
I agree with Lessing and what is said in this video. Society is is completely consumed with money and profits. Fame and fortune seems to be the staple that people prefer over creativity. People should have the fundamental right to use their creativity to make masterpieces. Business should not come before that!
Samantha Kaiser MW 9:30
I 100% agree with Lessig. What he said about how once you created something, that idea is yours I believe is accurate. Copyright laws are needed to protect what you made and not having someone else come along and claim it as theirs, stealing the credit. Thinks like creative commons can cause people to be nervous to use them due to copyright and plagiarism being such a serious issue.
I think that our society has been so drawn in and overrun by profits, and fame with the corresponding credibility, that we have thrown creativity to the side.
We should be able tobe inspired by others' work and come together.
Batulie Jalloh M/W 9:30am
I completely agree Lawerence Lessig yes when something is created by you its yours but there's no need to go to war over it there's a created balance for all there should be content that can grow without profit
Brooke B. (Online Class)
After watching Lessig's video, I definitely agree with what he says about copyright. With the internet changing so much, people want credit for the things they create. It is so easy to take someones work off the internet and claim it as your own or just not give credit where it is due. Copyright is important because it protects people from having something they worked hard on be stolen. Copyright laws needs to stay updated with the quickly evolving of technology. They should give creatives the choice to have their work be unique to them or to be recreated.
Peyton Emmele- MW Online
I agree with Lessig, copyright is important because it protects your work from being claimed as someone else's. But people should be allowed to be at least inspired by your work in a world that it seems everything has already been thought of.
Kelly E. (online)
Before social media and the ease of self-promotion, a massive amount of talent went undiscovered because the right person never heard or saw the talent. However, now anyone can self-produce anything with a click of a button.
With all that exposure, is there anything truly original anymore? It seems that everything is a derivative of something else. Every domain of creativity is included: ideas, inventions, music, products, paintings, etc.
People are far too creative to be bound by a set of archaic copyright laws that barely scratch the surface of digital content. I agree with Lessig's solution that strikes a balance. However, much of what he suggests is already available through, for example, streaming services and stock image sites. The problem is that the creator suffers in that these services devalue truly innovative products. The system still needs a lot of work to be economically balanced.
Priscilla R., MW 9:30 media law
I agree with Lessig because creativity can be stifled by rules and regulations of our government and society. I personally find it difficult to create content even in the form of tweets sometimes for fear that I am posting something tpo similar to someone else's work and might be punished or ridiculed for it. I think there need to be laws that protect artist's work but simultaneously don't stifle those that want to take that work and create something new and possibly better from it.
Kendall Herring (online)
After watching the TedTalk, I completely side with Lessig’s view. I believe that once you have created an original piece, whatever that may be, it is yours and should he protected as so. Copywright laws allow the owner to be credited as so. That being said I agree that copyright laws are necessary but I also agree that the regulation hinders creativity of the artist.
I agree with what copyright laws stand for and the owner of an original piece deserves credit for their work but I will always agree with rules and regulations adapting with the time and age we are living in.
Krystal Cotto (online)
I personaly agree with Lessig's point of view regarding originality and copyright laws. To be fair, originality is truly hard to come by due to the fact that so much has already been done, however, I find it unfair that recent creatives have taken it upon themselves to take credit for another creatives work. Lastly, I very much agree with Lessig's point that creativity can be stopped or slowed down due to copyright laws.
Jameson Dunn MW 9:30 am
I agree 100% with what Lessig said in the TED Talk. If only people had realized this back in 2007, we wouldn't have such a toxic and unstable way for people to be creative. I watch YouTube everyday and I know how frustrating it can be for some of my favorite creators to make a living on the platform. Often music labels will flag and take the revenue from a video that claims to have their song in it but in reality, it doesn't even have the song in it. This leaves the creator in a difficult position. They can fight the claim (and probably lose) or take the loss and focus on their next video. Just like Lessig said, music creators need to be forthright about how they want there content to be used. With more anti-copyright laws being passed, it paints a grim picture for the future of creativity.
Joseph Connor Roussel
MW 930
"The extremism on one side begets extremism on the other."
An everlasting theme and a profound observation that is all too often forgotten. I understand both the need for copyright protections as they allow those with novel ideas to be able to make their living creating more novel ideas, but the need for public domain to be allowed to remix content strictly for entertainment and cheer is also important. I think that too many people only look through the lens that defines their own sphere of influence instead of zooming out and even attempting to view things from the perspectives of others, and that has led to polarization and stubborn heel-digging that damages our ability to amicably interact. Without copyright protections, artists are less motivated to create grand works. Instead, we have only 15-seconds of content, rehashed over and over. That's all well and good, but we need balance. If we are too restrictive however, we don't get beautiful remixes like Trump singing "Despacito" or Obama doing "A Millie".
There are two extremes, but there exists so much acceptable gray area in between. Find the value and the underlying logic surrounding each side and you can work toward a pragmatic compromise in the middle that will satisfy a larger percentage of the population. This idea can be applied broadly and my hope is that it will be, lest we continue to fracture over subjects that have practical solutions.
Marisela Ramirez Meza
Online Class
I agree with Lessig and his POV on copyright. Nowadays, it's very hard to create absolute original content, given that many stories have been already been told. I'm not saying you can't be original, but your creativity will most likely be inspired by someone else's creativity, and I don't see anything wrong with that. In fact, if someone were to ever be inspired by my art, that would be flattering. A remix, like discussed in the TedTalk, takes bits and pieces of different forms of work, and makes it into something new. As long as credit is given, there's nothing wrong with this either. There is a difference between being inspired and flat out copying someone else's work. Copyright laws exist for a reason, and at some extent, they do limit creativity, making anyone fearful of not creating original work. There has to be a balance, and that's why I also agree with Lessig about copyright laws being more flexible.
Kayla C. (ONLINE)
I found the video very interesting because Lessig made really good points. He mentioned that the rules may be too strict when it comes to copyright material-- which I agree with. Digital technology is now all over the world and the online culture is used by a younger audience making "remixes" of a mix of other content found on the internet. Nothing is as original anymore. He appreciates the recreation of other people's content, rather than stealing something as is.
I also agree that the government is passive on certain topics, like this one, so it would be a great idea to leave it in the peoples' hands. It is the new age, and like Lessig said, it's a form of speech and online culture.
Jasson Hernandez
I agree with Lessig. After watching the video I agree that in today's world everyone is focused on money and recognition that they always want credit for their work, and rightfully so. I also agree that it is wrong to use someone's work without proper credit. Digital means make it hard for us to be "original" though, he mentions that he appreciates when people recreate work instead of just copying it.
Personally, I think there should be a balance. There is a difference between remaking something and copying. Copyright must be flexible.
M/W Online
Caleigh H.
I agree with Lessig and his arguments. Lessig says that the world revolves around recognition. But that with the desire for constant recognition there becomes unfair competitiveness to be the first to do something. So, many people feel the need to copyright their work instantly to protect themselves from being used. I can stand by this belief but what I think Lessig makes a point to state is that with the strictness of copyright laws people are scared to create in fear of being sued and those that do create have a fear of it being stolen so they copyright. It is a difficult back and forth but it can be handled properly. If people want to take after someone else's work it should be a recreation in their own style so that it is not a direct copy. And people should be more open to sharing their work and credit with other creators.
Brylee McPherson (M/W Online Class)
I agree with Larry Lessig on the views of embracing the creativity of rewrite culture, and the choice of the artist for work for hire or for non-commercial use. Everything now and days is some form of copying. From culture, music, video and audio works and so much more, all creations are built from inspiration that builds on top of another. Remixing and creating new work from others is what makes an artist have their own style. I feel like copyright laws are good for the blatant piracy with no change, but it restricts the creativity someone that sees and views the work in a different way. I love the use of creative commons, to give artist a platform of public domain work to be inspired and take their own spin on pre-existing works. Even before technology, people evolve by building on other's ideas, and to be criminalized for the slightest infringement holds artist back from their potential. Fair use is a good stepping stone for the law, but it cannot keep up with the mass sharing and creations that has consumed today's culture. There does need to be a balance for the artist who create for the soul purpose to create and remix and for the artist who sought to commercialize their work. Original content is truly hard to come by now and days, and I do agree the copyright laws really restrict different views on the same work when it's truly just meant for profiting off blatant copying of someone else's work.
Jordan White
Media Online Class
I do agree with Lessig, he makes many valid points. Creativity and innovation is what drives new inventions and startups. Apple, Google, Facebook or any large company you can think of, I think have harder times now than before. Copyright is such a huge thing now that even the new ideas are subject to punishment because copyright laws are so hairy. Everyone wants recognition for the same thing, Who did what first. The result is you get a remix of a lot of the same stuff and things lose their originality. People follow trends trying there best to convince people why their idea is better. We are trending in the wrong direction for this but due to technology and social media I do not see an improvement any time soon. Innovation will be difficult.
Cameron Bailey (Online Class)
I personally found the video very good, and Lessig made the video very interesting with great solid points that were displayed in his video. It seems like today majority of individuals are too focused on making a lot of money, and wanting to be noticed for their work or wanting to be noticed in today's time. I personally wish that original work would be noticed more, and knowledge since digital technology has increased in popularity that there is no solid originality work when it comes to content being displayed to the public. I also do believe that copyright should be very flexible, and not be so strict when it comes to copyright.
Carl Foley MW 9:30'
I totally agree with what Lessig has to say about rewrite culture. For creators to be able to create freely, they can't be bound by these copyright laws. Great ideas are built on the backs of other great ideas. It would silence the voice of many if we became a "read-only" society. User generated content has reached an all time high and it's engrained in our everyday culture. Copyrights have always restrained artists' creative process. As Lessig says in his speak, artists would have to be willing to let their work be used. It's a choice. We don't mind copying as long as we're the ones copying. However when someone is copying us, not so much.
Taylor Hurst M/W 9:30-10:50am
I agree with what Lessig is saying about creative freedoms. Copyright culture has had such a big impact on creators and stunts their ability to build off of existing things to build new inventions. I liked the story of the airplane flying over farmer's lands and the "common sense" within the law said that they are not trespassing because then they would be in violation suits for every piece of land they flew over which is just inconvenient. I agree that the common sense of the law of creativity has not yet caught up to this type of technology and content that is being created 24/7.
Remington Wells M/W online
After watching this video, I agree with what Lessig said about copywriting. So many people all around the world work so hard on papers, essays, blogs, etc., and want that to remain their original work, unless someone using it is going to cite them as a source. A writer should always get credit for their work if it is used by anyone else. The digital world is becoming bigger and bigger, and more used all over the world, so in that case the copyright laws should remain in place so people are using their own creativity, or giving another creator credit.
M/W 9:30-10:50am
Although this TED talk is from 2007, it's relevant to the new technology we have now. One quote I remember clearly is creativity is a form of speech. The point he made to differentiate read-write to read-only is a perfect analogy to what is going on. When I think about copyright blocking creativity, I agree with the statement. Our tech products offer endless opportunities for creativity. The example of the Anime music video is all fun in games. It's not meant to hurt the artist! On contrary, it's a way to celebrate them and their music. Creativity should be protected from Copyright to some extend. Something more set and stone from Fair Use.
Sierra, G. Online Class.
I completely agree with Lessig! I also was astounded by how relevant this remains to this day, even though it is from over a decade ago. Lessig made some really great points throughout the video but the one that really resonated with me was his constant statement that non-commercial use of the art should be made free. I think many artists encourage others to share and be inspired by their art, although there are some who only produce said art for financial gain. Lessig illustrates that free and less-free art should be readily available so that each form can compete and learn from one another. I couldn't agree more with Lessig on that as each form has it's place. If the art is being used for commercial use, I wholeheartedly agree that the artist should receive compensation and should have the right to block said use. However, if the art is being used for non-commercial purposes, then again, Lessig is correct.
Ayleen P. MW 9:30 Online
I agree with Lessig about copyright. If I remember correctly the story of the airplane flying over the farmer's land is a good example of come sense law. you can see that the original work has not all been properly copyrighted. Especially with technology changing laws still haven't caught up with technology. I agree that he said that the world looks for recognition which has its positives and negatives. In today's society, some people want to copyright everything because they don't want people to steal their work but also have the possibility of their work not being their work. I just think people need to give credit to the original source all the time. But all the points that Lessig mention made a really good argument in my opinion.
After watching Lawrence Lessig’s TED2007 talk regarding copyright and creativity it is understood that there are so many laws that it becomes a challenge to be creative. Mr. Lessig’s examples and stories made his points justifiable, however, there is not too much regulation that will stop or pause creativity. While his points may have been valid during 2007 may not be valid for 2020 and going into 2021. If anything, existing copyright laws need to be updated to expand the timeframes to further protect creative works. Where regulations exist, there are always loopholes that provide avenues for scammers to take. It is good that there are alternatives in dealing with copyright specifying what can be used.
Having alternatives such as the fair use doctrine, creative commons and copyright allows for artists to continue to create without having their ideas stolen. Whoever uses ideas from sites that are protected by copyright have to obtain permission or answer to the law. These alternatives for copyright and creative commons allow everyone to enjoy creative at work such as shows involving satire, parodies and original productions.
When Lessing said ""culture where creativity was consumed but the consumer is not a creator" it really made me agree with him that we need copyrighting. With everything being published on the internet and so easy to access and copy, copyright is essential to protect the work of people who created it. If we don't have copyright laws people won't work hard to create their own work.
Jake Gray: MW Online
I agree with Lessig. People in the world are so creative so it is important that we have laws in place to protect those people. I also think that some of the laws are outdated and need to be redone. Though I think they are very important. I like the flying over farm example very much.
Damian Davis: MW 9:30-11am
I agree with Lawrence that the way artist should approach their work is to embrace that they will give it to the public more freely. This allows for the remix, creation, and recreating cycle that drives culture. The amateur culture of creating something because you love it will artist and content creates to achieve greater things. There will be less fear of being slapped on the hand and more focus on the item worth selling. This will allow the business to prosper.
Elza Taurins MW Online
After watching the video I agree with Lessig. Working hard on something that is your own and seeing the final result is so satisfying and for someone to take what you have worked on and change it and try to pass it say their own is not cool. Things need to be copyrighted especially in today's day and age. The internet is a very powerful tool at our disposal and can do so many different things. With that said, things have to be copyrighted so that they can be yours and other people can't take credit for your hard work.
Jack H. (Online)
I completely agree with Lawrence Lessig. He used the example of the "talking machine" and how Suza believed this machine would keep people from being creative (RW:RO). We can see examples of this in todays fast moving world where we are influenced by a constant flow of information from the top that holds the sole purpose of influencing the bottom. This influence has lead to places like Youtube where people create content like Lessig showed. Lessig is right to compare the two "extremes" of copyright and say that there should be a middle ground. People shouldn't be able to use your hard work for nothing but gatekeepers should not have free reign to decide what is fair use.
Caleb Ho MW (online)
I agree with Lawrence Lessig, because working hard on a project that took your own blood, sweat, and tears on and having no credit shown for you is very discouraging. The internet is very powerful and copyright is way more common, and because laws and the internet are constantly changing, people tend to forget giving credit where it is due. People are brave enough to put their own work and personality out there, so they should be given the credit for the amount of strength it takes to do that.
I definitely agree with Lawrence Lessig. I think about how talented and creative people are and honestly if you really asked creator of copyrighted material if they appreciate people using their art and creating something different, they would most likely consider it a form of flattery that their inspired someone else.
Isabel Clark M/W 9:30
I disagree with Lessig. I agree with how technology has inspired the younger generations. I also agree with how user-generated platforms have encouraged creativity and allowed for more creation from amateurs. However, if copyright laws become less strict that would enable more exploration of people’s creative work. By encouraging mixes/alterations from others on someone’s work it’s hindering the original work’s creativity. If anyone can transcend a work of art it loses some of its originality decreasing its creative value. Even if we only make it legal for creative use and not commercial, a person can get famous for changing another person’s work. Less strict copy laws would inspire more people to rip off others' works.
Madison Beckett MW 9:30-10:50 Class
I completly agree with Lessig's argument. While copyright laws are in place for good reason, they can severely limit creative expression. Some platforms, like Youtube, are regulated entirely too much. I understand wanting credit for your creation or idea, but strict regulation inhibits it in my opinion. Allowing others to use and expand upon your ideas, within reason, can help promote the creation. If we were to reach a middle ground like Lessig was saying, I think both sides can benefit.
Dafne Vargas (MW 9:30-10:50AM)
I honestly can partially agree with Lawrence Lessig. The fact that this TED Talk was made in 2007 and it is still relevant to todays society should just come to show how little things have changed or even gotten worse when it comes to content creating. These laws can limit our creativity and it enables creators to fully reach their true creative potential. As a creator, I can also disagree simply because you never want someone to make your work and efforts less valuable because someone decided to make it something it isn't. That it is also peoples work, craft and most important, creativity I am sure took creative effort to execute. This is pretty conflicting for me and hard to explain, but I can see both sides and understand. I still lean more toward agreeing simply because of how harsh these laws are. People shouldn't be so extreme; we shouldn't always have to do something or not do it because we are scared to get taken to court for it.
Eryka Thompson (MW 9:30-10:50)
I found myself agreeing with Lawrence Lessig and what he was saying about the nature of taking and recreating already existing content to deliver messages in certain ways using digital media. He was also right about today's kids and how this is just something they do. The law is not simply just an ask that can be ignored. This TED Talk is from 2007, over 10 years ago and still applies, if not even more, to the copyright culture today and that says a lot; however, again Lessig is right, we can't take technology away from kids, as technology is what makes them who they are as a generation-- they were born into it and are aware they are living against the law. Instead we must make laws stricter, because lightening up on them will make people feel it's okay to steal other people's works.
Rodney Alvarado MW 9:30-10:50AM
After watching the Lessig TED talk, I agreed with what Lessig was saying about copyright. Technology is growing fast laws also are too. If someone spent a lot of time creating something of their own, and then someone comes and takes it out from under them and calls it theirs, it is wrong. The original creators should get their credit even if others want to use it. Also, asking for permission to use it is right, so they don't take credit from the original owner. These laws need to be in place and need to continue to grow as technology does. With these laws in place, I think it can bring more creativity out of others to create something of their own and not take ideas.
Cameron Clotiaux-
I agree with Lawrence Lessing is a great opportunity. the laws in place to limit our generation which will soon become the working generation is effecting our future. We should not limit artists because although they use other artwork they are appreciating it and turning it into new art. The fact that we criminalize the use of technology is crazy. I feel that when creating new art whether its a lip sync with the presidents or a remix of a song that we should be allowed to. Maybe eventually enough people will bring it up and enough people will fight for the freedom of use and the freedom of technological art.
Taylor Witten (MW 9:30-10:50AM)
I 100% agree with Lessig. It's funny because I've actually watched this Ted Talk before and kind of giggled to myself the first time I watched it thinking that it was so true in that, the fact that the "kids" Lessig is talking about in this speech was my generation. He was talking about me and now that I realize and have learned more about what he's talking about the second time I've watched it, it almost means more to me now. When I was younger and I had a myspace and first was exploring the digital realm, I used to create all kinds of silly videos and had absolutely no clue that I couldn't use songs that I didn't create in those videos or content that I didn't create in my digital artwork.
The reason I agree with Lessig is because first off, take a look at where we are now in comparison to 2007. Now we have Tiktok, Instagram, Snapchat etc. where you can create videos with songs and all the things and post them anywhere you dang well please. Digital media is our main source of communication ESPECIALLY in 2020 and I think to keep our creative minds at work, it's important, if we aren't putting our crafting hands to work on paper, that we should be able to do it on these electronic machines we pay way too much money for. I also agree with Lessig in the fact that there should be a balance in this matter. Content shouldn't be allowed for commercial use but for private little creators like ourselves, it's merely harmless in my opinion and should be allowed for use in that aspect by the original artists.
When Lessig talks about the fact that policy makers are not going to be able to stop creators from creating so why make the creators into pirates... is my favorite part of the whole speech. Creation is innovation. And I think that shit makes the world go round.
Charlotte Grant (MW 9:30 - 10: 50 AM)
Personally, I agree with Lawerence Lessig and his views on creators around the internet. Lessig brings up a good point that many people are able to have their own artwork, creation, and websites stolen or recreated by others around the world. It is pretty upsetting how this has gone on for many many years and nobody seems to stop this cycle. I feel like Lessig also brings up his own experience when it comes to creativity and how he understands and knows this needs to be stopped before it gets any worse. However, people should be more mindful that not everything needs to be recreated/stolen just to get money or have a creation of your own.
Great video! Thanks for sharing.
Kacie S (M/W 9:30)
I agree with Lessig on the points of how this generation is different in regards to social media and technology. We had access to it from such a young age, giving us just as much or more experience with online and digital techniques as adults around us. I think the ability to make more out of what content you have is a unique skill that should be celebrated, instead of shut down with criminalization for 'stealing others content'. I think changes will have to be made to social media content websites for people to continue to post and create projects like the ones mentioned in the ted talk, but it doesn't look like the changes are swaying that way.
Kyrie Muehe MW
After watching Lessig's TedTalk, I can say I definitely do agree with what he says about copyright. The internet is a very creative place and has almost anything you can imagine on it. With this being said, the internet can be a great place for people to express their ideas, but with this, there is always the scare of someone else stealing your work or ideas and taking credit for something you came up with. This is why copyright is important because it will keep your work or ideas from being stolen.
Sara Campbell, Online
After watching his Ted Talk, I have to say that I agree with Lawrence Lessig. I thought he made a lot of important observations about the new generation. As our society becomes more technologically advanced, creativity will continue to grow. However, as Lessig mentions, the views on copyright are too extreme right now. You either have sites like Youtube that will take down almost anything that resembles someone else's work, or you have the younger generation who completely reject copyright. I liked how he mentioned artist choice as an alternative- which is allowing creators to specify how exactly they want their work to be used/ shared (such as for amateur use, but not commercial use). I think its important to find a balance between the two sides that will allow creativity, while also protecting people's own work and ideas.
Thank goodness I decided to check if I missed one...
Ben Rodrigue MW 9:30-10:50 Online
I definitely agree with Lesig. There are a lot of creators I follow that are constantly in jeopardy due to copyright laws striking them down. Now, if they made money off of their creation using someone else's work, that's different. But it's normally just a labor of love and then they're destroyed.
That being said, copyright isn't a bad thing. I just don't think it should be used as an atomic bomb like it currently is and Lesig gets that because things are going to (and have been since 2007) keep growing. Technology keeps advancing while the laws stay the same. Some thing is going to give unless the laws change.
Kameron Samford
Online
I understand where Lesig is coming from but at the same time Creative Commons could prove useful and beneficial to the creators depending if they allow. I like how Lesig explains this "new use of culture" is like a language that is ever growing. He states, "every single use creates a copy.." which is a great depiction of copyright versus the current laws.
Robert Elliot MW 9:30
I had to watch a documentary for my visual communications class recently that talks about the same exact thing. I realize creators want credit for their work, but the copyright laws that have been set discourages new creations. Technology is clearly advancing and laws should do the same to. The concept of copyright and remix culture should be less of a grey area and should be much less intimidating for creators. With that being said, I believe copyright is not a bad thing, but it should be encouraging creative content rather than hindering it.
Jacob Byrd
Online M/W 9:30
I agree with pretty much everything that Lesig had to say. Copyright laws can be too strict and extreme sometimes. For example, a YouTube can get his video taken down for simply using someone's music in an intro or during the video if they don't have permission. It ruins a lot of hardworking that someone has done and it wouldn't really hurt the person who made the music. With technology only increasing and becoming more advanced, it gets hard for creativity not to advance. The laws though, make it hard for some creative minds.
Taylor Bond
MW 9:30
I completely agree with Lessig. We should have the freedom to reproduce things as long as it's not under commercial use. It's doing no harm to the creators of the content for someone to make a remix of their song or parody to post on Youtube. It's a part of our culture and we should be embracing it not limiting ourselves.
Kendall Nodorft MW 9:30
I agree with Lessig. He made valid points about how creativity is being suppressed because of the fear of breaking a law. As long as the original creator gets credit, I don't see the problem of letting people make remixes. Copyright laws are still very much needed though, so people do not steal others work. Stealing and remixing for creative purposes are two very different things. Creators are still going to create, it just shouldn't be accompanied with the risk of breaking the law.
Kristen C - MW 9:30-10:50 class
I agree with Lessig said about copyright. If we start regulating too many things have having such strict rules, nothing creative would ever happen or develop. While copyright is important to protect people's work, we have to be careful about it being taken too far. By letting people remix and recreate things, new ideas can form from that imagination and creativity. I like how Lessig brought in the common sense argument with the planes flying over land, I think it really emphasized his point.
Luis Leon
MW 9:30-10:50 Class
I completely agree with Lessig. Honestly, I agree with him in everything, he made great points and have evidence to back it up. Copyright has muted and silenced people similar to what Sousa feared the talking machines would do the music in this country. We cannot control what technology has become today instead we can work with it and create a better world with new and greater opportunities. Although copyright limits us to do these things. I thought the story about the airplanes flying over the land is great cause it is literally what goes on today with copyright. The skies shouldn't count as part of the land. All we can hope for now is change.
Caroline C. MW 9:30-10:50 class
I agree with Lessig's thoughts on copyright. We need more solutions to copyright laws. Copyright laws can be way too strict and sometimes content is taken down for the smallest reasons. I feel if copyright laws weren't as strict, content creators could be more creative and possibly post better content without fear of being copyrighted.
I also like the solutions that Lessing mentioned, such as the artists and creators embracing the use of their work (aside from commercial use) and the business aspect. When content creation is embraced, we can get really cool and interesting recreations.
Jessica Michel
Online class
I agree with what Lessig about his comments on copyright. Creators work needs to be protected because they work hard on creating content. We should learn how to work with technology rather than only using technology that we are familiar with. Technology gives us a lot of new experiences as well as challenges. He brought up some interesting points throughout his speech.
Michael Fegan
MW 9:30-10:50
I absolutely agree with Lawrence Lessig. There shouldn't be any laws from preventing people from taking something that already exists and making into something new. This is how we get innovation: the blues lead to rock and rock, funk lead hip hop. It's one thing to rip something off and claiming it as your own, it is another to take something change in some way and then put it out there. Artists are always going to take from other artist's. It happens across every art form and every medium. I thought a great part of his speech was when he compared to copywrite laws to the example of planes trespassing. It is something that is outdated. Strict copywrite laws restrict creativity and stifle imaginations. If we are to live in a society that takes pride in innovation then we need to allow the free flow of information and allow for remix to take place.
I agree with Lessig whole-heartedly. As one of the children that Lessig refers to in this 2007 video, I grew up consuming more content on platforms like YouTube, Vine, Spotify, Soundcloud, and Twitch than on traditional media platforms like radio or television. The system that Lessig refers to being implemented into YouTube that strikes and removes all videos containing content protected by copyright exists and it is aggressive. Entire videos of any length can be struck by auto-claim bots just for containing 10 or more seconds of audio or visuals protected by copyright. Many creators on YouTube have spoken out against the current system and its abusive nature towards remix culture and additive creative projects. However, YouTube being under a massive corporation like Google has created a slow moving organization that has more interest in pleasing advertisers and investors than the creators who made User Generated Content websites popular.
I believe that many of the current laws and views about copyright will become exponentially outdated for its time in a few decades. I believe that many, if not all of the ideas presented by Lessig in this talk would be beneficial in moving towards a more "common sense" approach to the future of copyright law.
Shelby C.
(MW 9:30-10:50am)
I think Lessig did an amazing job with explaining his reasoning on why creative content should be shared on a mass level. I think his specific point about the creators permission is where I agree the most. I think digital ideas are different than product ideas (in the sense of patents) and can be used for re-creation on the world wide web. I think the purpose of the internet is to share and create new ideas on it. If an artist doesn't want it to be used then they can express that and go through the copyright process for their own work instead of having it automatically. I think the story about the plans really makes a lot of sense for his argument to be valid as well. Everyone is already doing what they are not legally supposed to and getting away with it. I think he is absolutely right that this only leads to a bad outcome for our government too. He makes a great argument with many valid points.
I think it's interesting that this TED Talk is from 2007 considering that a huge issue on YouTube today is all the copyrights strikes creators seem to be constantly getting. This one person I watch did this thing every other video where she would say "Alexa, play Careless Whisper" and play the song for a bit to trigger her viewers' echos. She got copyright stricken for playing the song, but now she can't even slightly hum the song without getting demonetized.
I agree with Lawrence Lessing that laws choke creativity. Although, I know it is important to protect people's original content. A lot of original works inspire awesome recreations and remixes. I think it would be wrong to keep other people from producing their recreations and remixes, because yes it is inspired by someone else's work, but many times it's different from the actual original product.
Paige Wuerthele MW 9:30
I completely agree with Lessing's take on laws and creativity. I don't think you can copy someone's work exactly, but if you add a spin on it or remix it where you are now saying something different like he showed with the mouth overs of the political figures, I believe that is creating new content. It's not completely new, but it is saying something different and has an entirely different meaning than before. That's the beauty of using other people's work. It shouldn't be hindered with laws, it should be encouraged. People are made to bounce ideas off og eachother. No one has all of the answers. We need inspiration from others.
Haley Binur
MW 9:30-10:50 AM
After watching this video, I can say that I do strongly agree with the points that were made by Lawrence Lessig throughout the Ted talk. Since the video is from 2007, it is very fascinating to see how this problem of copyright has evolved into an even more serious problem today. I can definitely say that looking at it now, Lessing was spot on. I watch youtube very often and some of my favorite creators and vloggers get many of their videos and content demonetized just because they have a second of a song in the background or other things in that same category, that to me are ridiculous.
I know that to creators, you want your hard work and time to be credited to you, however it is sad how that is not always the case. Especially if your work was done years ago, the least likely you are to get copyrighted. As technology keeps improving and making changes, they have not changed the laws as they should.
Alexia S. MW 9:30
After watching this TED talk, I agree with the statements made by Lessig. Despite this video being from 2007, it is still relatable now in a culture that still faces copyright and laws of one's property being used without credit. Today now more than ever, creators have to be careful that the work they put out isn't being reported for copyright from music or other media in the background. As our culture is constantly changing and more social media platforms are being created, it is hard to track down the original owner or the source of references. I feel like more content is just a different version of itself and the original is lost, not on purpose but because there's so much on the Internet that things get lost. So I believe copyright laws need to adapt with the fast growing pace of technology to protect both sides.
Victoria S MW 9:30
I do agree with Lessing, copyright law can be smothering for creativity. The internet has sort of democratized who can be a content creator, and excessively restrictive rules hinder the motivation for people to be creative for fear of having their work removed by sites like YouTube or being hit with lawsuits. With constant advancements, its hard for the law to keep up with the times, but it is still important to do so.
Trevis G Online
i agree with Lessing take on laws that choke creativity.Creators work should be protected i watch lots of YouTube and ive seen so many creators complain about how there videos are being striked and taken down for single 10 second clips from a whole hour long video and that needs to be chnaged it insane that this is even allowed.
Max Sandoval MW Online
As someone who has grown up with youtube ever-present in my life, of course I agree with the speaker that a lot of content should be less regulated than it is. Going through middle school I even used to watch a lot of AMVs similar to the one he noted in the talk. Since then, more and more creators have popped up and made it their livelihood to edit or remix another person's content. With the free nature of the internet I think once something is put on there it should be expected that someone else will use it in their own work and it would be overkill to try and take down every little thing just because of copyright law. Original creators should be allowed to have credit and ownership for what they create, however they should not expect to have complete control over what others choose to do with their work, especially if what is being created out of it is non-commercial.
Sydney Leyshon (MW 9:30 am)
I 100% agree with Lessig that the laws have not been up to date with the way our society creates and functions now. The laws for creating and copyright are so strict that they do not use common sense to adapt to our modern world. One thing I found very interesting in Lessig's TED talk was about how we have become a "Read Only" society, when we used to be a "Read/Write" society. In life, you create, due to consuming material from the world and being inspired to share what that made you feel. I think our laws should adjust to this, because someone could very well be creating a form of art due to their response from someone else's creation on the internet, and are not trying to copy them, but instead show how they are feeling from what they have absorbed. It is important that we enhance creativity instead of enable it.
Kaleigh Rios (M/W 9:30)
I agree with Lessig. I do feel that creativity and culture has gone a different direction with videos having trouble being copyrighted due to changes of the original work. I think its also important to point out that Lessig stated in the video that people have little tp no room for new things without being reprimanded by the law.Copyright is important as it protects original artists work and there has been many instances where copyright led to bigger problems.
Valerie L (MW 9:30)
I agree with Lessing on the fact that laws regarding copyright have not kept up with the modern era of technology, and lack a form of “common sense.” As he mentioned in the video, this new and current generation uses technology as a creative way to build upon the previous culture of other past generations. This creativity, I believe, is important in allowing others to make things into something that they understand and feel passionate about.
Alexandra Casellas
(MW)
After watching this video, I believe I agree with Lawrence Lessig. Nowadays people are so worried about having “clout”(being popular) and money that people are finding any way to get credit and make profits off someone's work. BUt also we see many recreating popular videos and putting their own twist to it but not even crediting the original content creator. A good example is the tik tok dance “renagade” where people made their own video of it and somehow people thought this other girl came up with it but actually the real creator was never given credit cause she did not have the fan base the other one had. So copyright is really important as it protects the creator and gives them the credit they deserve. With the advanced technology we have today many can pass someone else's work off as their own. We see this alot within music.
Phillip Aycock (MW-9:30AM)
I disagree with his definition of intellectual property. I disagree because peoples work shouldn’t be in the wide open for anybody to use. I feel that someway somehow someone is going to try and finesse the laws of copyright and patents. The people who were being generous with there work/content, will end up losing there creations because someone did not respect there generosity of there work/content for free.
(M/W 9:30) Kendall Pulaski
I definitly agree with Lessig. Although this was in 2007, so many of the points he makes are valid. Our copyright laws are so strict that it really limits the creativity our current society has. I have seen this especially when watching Youtube because so many videos get taken down for copyright with pretty much no hesitation. Original creators work should be protected, but not to an extent that limits others creativity. It's time for Copyright laws to adapt and change as our society does as well.
Zhane Sylvain (online)
I think that Lessig is right. Once you have created something, it is your property and should not have limitations on that. It is currently too easy for the work of others to be stolen or imitated. Copyright has to be taken seriously in order to protect others work, if the technology is advancing and making it easier to steal and copy, then we can also find a way to use that technology to better protect individuals works. I am not sure what the future of copyright will look like especially with technology advancements but I am sure this will continue to be an issue until we actively work against the current trend.
Meagan F. (Online)
This was a bit hard for me to decide which side to stand on, but ultimately, I agree with Larry Lessig. I think the copyright laws need to adapt as the internet and technology continue to advance. It's becoming more and more common for others to want to use work created to adapt in their own way, creatively. Lessig said that artists and creators should embrace the idea and choose that their work is made available more freely non-commercially. If it's a project they really don't want others to use, then maybe they can add more protection for it. Also, this was in 2007 and he recognized that our generation is growing up surrounded by technology. In 2020, we're fully relying on it. Kindergarteners already know so much more about technology than I did at their age. W must continue to adapt.
Blake V. MW Class (9:30-10:50)
I have to say that Lessig has got it spot on. Especially about how our generation uses digital technologies to our advantage. As Lessig quoted, "These tools of creativity have become tools of speech. It is a literacy for this generation, it is how they speak and how they think it is what your kids are...".It is because our generation in a way runs the internet! It's the fastest way to spread content in the 21st century. It truly has the opportunity to revive the read/write culture on a whole new level as well as for digital tech can revive the "vocal chords" of people! There is just so much potential when it comes to using the internet for your own use. People can build their own businesses online and don't need a whole building in order to start it!
However, as he also mentioned; as much creativity there is being developed it is hard to lay down the law of copyright for every single creation being that they had their work was protected or not. The internet is so widespread and vast that unless they do develop some type of automatic takedown, it is hard to keep track of who is actually illegally copying someone else's work. But with the use of Creative Commons Licenses, it forges a balance inside of the copyright laws. It provides a standardized way to grant whether or not you want to give someone permission to your own work.
Shelby G (online)
In my opinion, Lesig is correct for many reasons in this TED Talk. He addresses technology and a significant part of its usage, and relates to a great deal that's on the cutting edge of creativity. For an artist it is a compliment to have people advertising and promoting their art, but there needs to be a system to make it profitable for everyone. Lesig is not talking about giving an artist's work away for free, but addressing that if others purchase their work then they should have to right to do what they please with it otherwise known as allowing creative work to be extended by that person. He wants people to have the privilege of being able to create something unique, and to find balance amongst technological rights and creativity. What's especially great about this TED Talk is that Lesig addresses the way in which technology provides resources that allow people to expand and create ideas.
Davina Suarez: MW 9:30-10:50
I agree with Lessig about this, even though he gave this speech in 2007, a lot of what he mentioned is still valid to this day. Copyright laws are extremely strict and sometimes very tricky. These strict laws seem to hinder some artist's creativity to the point where they don’t know what they can or can’t create. Of course, a creator’s original work should be protected but there also needs to be a way that it can be protected while also allowing another creator to take inspiration from their work without being wrongly penalized. Copyright laws need to be reexamined and updated to fit the times and the way people are creating now
I agree with Lessig. I agree that the laws have not kept up with the times. He speaks on the huge spectrum of where people stand on this issue, and it's obvious that younger people naturally want to revolt and find ways around copyright. While on the other end, primarily older people, want to keep the old ways and keep people from copyrighting content. Both, in a sense, are right, but it is important that we move onto to newer, modern ideas because our current ones are outdated.
Ana Cahuantzi MW 9:30am class
I agree with Lessig when it comes to the talk of intellectual property and having so many rules that has hinder on a way to express ourselves when it pertains to a certain idea or concept. I think give credit when it due, but f someone sees something and it sparks something else, shouldn't they be allowed to explore that even though it might seem like it's copying that creator? It seems like everything is a copy of something else, so where do we draw the line? I think its great we have copyright laws, but I think we should re-visit and adjust since the internet has made everything more assesable now.
Jacqulyn Westrum
M/W 9:30AM
I agree with Lessig argument, I believe he touched base on important aspects of broadcasting and the internet. I like how he brings up the fact that at one point there was an argument over air rights. Which then common sense played its part and air rights weren't granted. The same with the internet and copyright; where does common sense play its role? With easy access to others digital work online and a lot of young users online how do we avoid the recreation of others work. I agree when he says maybe keep the rights for when it's used for commercial purposes. The online world make its seem to me almost impossible to keep those copyrights.
Kinsey Hartung MW 9:30 Online
I 100% agree with Lessig on this topic. I think using the airplane analogy was pertinent to his points. It really helped me connect everything together. I think that copyright issues are very strict as people are really driven by money these days. I think the laws really are choking creativity, what does it matter to me if someone uses my song in a video. As long as there is credit from where it came from and not trying to be passed off as their own it should be fine. With youtube these days the influencers have to be so careful about not playing a song or even singing it which I find to be a tad ridiculous? I find it sorta like free marketing.While his speech was way back in 2007 he still makes very valid points today which is upsetting because it means that not much has changed.
I agree with Lessig. Never before have humans been obsessed with protecting their work to make sure they get the credit they deserve. This is important, but it stifles the creative process of being inspired by work. Copyright laws are incredibly strict, and makes it very hard for people to create work without worrying that it will be taken down. The laws do help people get the credit they deserve, but at a cost to creativity. We are constantly inspired by others in several aspects of our lives.
MW 9:30
I agree with Lessig. I think the internet is almost limitless- I cannot even fathom the amount of work that is on the internet to this day. Because of that, copyright laws need to be updated to match our growing society. But if there was copyright on literally almost everything and every idea, we would see a drop in the economy. A lot of creatives are copied for the sole reason of business opportunities. But overall, I still agree that laws need to be updated quite a bit. When it comes down to it, I base my opinion off of the fact that people should not be able to make a minor change to work and call it theirs when the artist never wanted it to be used in the first place. Those who want their work to be laddered on, anyone can have a free-for-all.
Brandon Richardson
Online class
I agree with Lessig. When I make something from scratch I wan to know that when I copyright my work it isn’t just redistributed or copied to somewhere else. The internet has made the spread of information so broad that often copyrighted information is leaked or posted online. There are so many logos brands and other things that are ripped off all the time. Companies make counterfeits that look almost similar to real products and without copyright laws these companies would have no protection over their ideas.
Emma Schoen, MW 9:30-10:50 online
I agree with the points that Lessig made in his TED Talk. New generations do things in very creative ways, and figure out how to integrate old content into new content. People should definitely be allowed to be creative and not be so restricted by copyright laws. Creativity in all forms should be welcomed in the world and on the internet.
Yvette Romero, W (online)
Lessig makes a good point, but not good enough for me to agree with him completely. I agree with people creating and remixing, but when the person who borrowed content from the original author profits and becomes more successful, then it becomes a problem. In my opinion, copyright rules aren't strict. Artists lose money every day because of this. I can't imagine having looser rules when it comes to intellectual property. Then the artist wouldn't be able to make a livelihood of creating (music, art, essays, tv shows, books, fashion, etc.). Everything is already widely available on the internet, piracy and plagiarized work is a big calamity as it is, deregulating the guidelines could lead to major consequences. Who are we to say how the creator should feel about their work being distributed or used by the world. They should impose permission and be able to refuse authorization when it comes to lettin others use their work.
Ralph E. (MW)
I thought it was interesting how Lessig said, "it is the language our children speak." which is correct. I agree with this statement because of how it holds true in todays society. The internet has given the younger generation a platform to make it their own and have a voice in the digital world. When he touches on the copyright laws, and the idea of taking other peoples work and making it your own, I believe it's acceptable as long as it is credited appropriately. People should not have to be scared to create content for fear of copyright infringement. The laws we have should be changed to reflect the times we live in now. The internet is evolving while our laws are not.
Ellie Bissonett (MW 9:30)
I could definitely agree with Lessig's views on technology. I think it is very important that as we continue to dive even deeper into the digital age, that we continue to allow room for creativity and re-creation. Going from 2007 to now, just think about all the progress we have made technologically. People in 2020 are constantly borrowing and re-using content to improve media. Lessig shared a great point about the generation divide on technology- we can't take away and make stricter copyrights once this generation has already had access to the amazing wonders of tech. They will continue to rebel and find a way to get access. Their generation watched content, ours creates- and that couldn't be more true.
Kiarra Jordan MW 9:30am
After analyzing the video I definitely agree with the points that Lawrence Lessig was trying to make. Especially with our generation and meme parody culture copyright laws are honestly broken all of the time. I literally witness it happen so much, but it's so common and it is oftentimes overlooked because it's so minor. The copyright laws need to evolve with the times as they have changed drastically and with the rise of social media it is much more common for people to try and take original content and try and switch it up to make it their own.
Madison C.
Online
I agree with Lessig and his points that copyright laws are outdated. Considering this Ted Talk was from over 10 years ago, I believe these issues are even more prominent today. Content creators have become increasingly more popular, and it is hard to regulate copyright with outdated laws. For example, YouTubers face a lot of consequences when flagged for copyright violations. New laws need to be put in place to distinguish inspiration vs. copyright with the vast amounts of ideas and work that is on the internet today. Our technology is going to keep evolving, so the laws need to keep up.
Jennifer Beck
MW 9:30am
I agree with Lessig, due to copyright laws people have become almost too obsessed with getting credit and I could argue that some companies just do it for the money. On YouTube this is a recurring problem, with creators getting copy striked for every possible audio. But it is hard in this day and age to completely come up with something all by yourself without inspiration, so credit does need to of course be given but Copyright laws need to be updated with the modern day with the internet and social media.
Samantha Oviawe
9:30 am class
This Lawrence Lessig's Ted Talk really highlights the ongoing limitations regarding "Laws that choke creativity." I have come across on many social media platforms where active media users were unable to create their desired content, nevertheless publizing. It has no gotten to the point that if anyone even hums a song or trademarked meme, the have the right to grant a copyright strike on that publication which limits the flexibility and freedom to fully express your creativity. All in all, I agree with Lessig on the belief that copyright laws have remain stagnant and failed to modernize with the new technological advancements. If you compare the TikTok platform, where creators are able to use a variety of sounds from an extensive amount of tv shows, songs, movies, and memes; To Youtube, where you can't even hum, they accurately represent the variations of talents displayed on TikTok compared to Youtube. Copyright laws should remain for the protection of content but they should modernize to the new world of exposure and inspiration.
Samantha Oviawe
9:30 am class
This Lawrence Lessig's Ted Talk really highlights the ongoing limitations regarding "Laws that choke creativity." I have come across on many social media platforms where active media users were unable to create their desired content, nevertheless publizing. It has no gotten to the point that if anyone even hums a song or trademarked meme, the have the right to grant a copyright strike on that publication which limits the flexibility and freedom to fully express your creativity. All in all, I agree with Lessig on the belief that copyright laws have remain stagnant and failed to modernize with the new technological advancements. If you compare the TikTok platform, where creators are able to use a variety of sounds from an extensive amount of tv shows, songs, movies, and memes; To Youtube, where you can't even hum, they accurately represent the variations of talents displayed on TikTok compared to Youtube. Copyright laws should remain for the protection of content but they should modernize to the new world of exposure and inspiration.
After watching the TED Talk, I agree entirely with Lessig about copyright and the rights entitled to those who create content in any industry. With the internet being heavily used by everyone nowadays, there are becoming more ways for content to be used without permission of creators and face little to no consequences. Copyright laws aren't currently fitted towards the creation of content online and needs to be adjusted around this ability for anyone to make something and share it with others, but receiving credit where it's deserved. I believe that with technology and the internet growing at such a high speed, copyright laws should be develop into a viable option for anyone that wants their creations to be recognized and protected.
Brenda Balvuena-Martinez
MW 9:30 A.M. Class
After watching the TED Talk, Lawrence Lessig's really highlights the demand that copyright laws create in society. The demand involves people seeking credit for every idea used. Typically those demands are sought in order to make money such as many large companies do. I would like to add that copyright laws definitely need to be revised and edited to fit the current generation. As of now, everything has been done, and often times original ideas can be remade into better ones, and that's just the cycle of life. We need to shift our laws because our internet is only changing while our laws remain the same.
Jada Webb MW 9:30 ONLINE
I agree with Lessig 100 percent. I think the copyright law is important for creators after something is created, that should be the only one in existence. It’s only fair to the creator. Nobody wants to see their creation or idea being recreated and possibly paid more for it. However, it does make it a little complicated just because you have to be extra careful about what you put out and it kind of puts a set up back on ideas. Butttt I do think it’s necessary.
Cale C. MW Class
When it comes to copyrights, there have been a lot of positives and negatives throughout the years. I agree with Lessig in the sense that credit for ideas should be appointed to the creator, but that shouldn't simply mean that is where the idea ends. There is a difference between taking someone's creation and building off of someone's idea or creation.
With the world being surrounded and consumed by content, originality is a thinner line now more than ever. This is why copyrights are more important now than they ever have been. Lessig put it best when he said, "In today's digital world, every single use of culture produces a copy, and to a certain extent permission is needed to not become a trespasser."
Hello my name is Gisselle Zuniga from the MW 9:30am class.
Lawrence Lessig is an American academic, attorney, and political activist. He specifically spoke about issues that are now explicitly related to copyright and how it is changing. I agree with everything he said in the video. Nowadays, we cannot make something truly ours because we risk being prosecuted for it. In the past, these regulations and laws were not as aggressive. People had the ability to make content without fear of a potential lawsuit. However, I feel like rules created loopholes for some people to take something and remix it as their own. Creativity is rare nowadays; it seems as if people just care about the credit, even if it’s not good. They are so hung up on recognition they don’t do it because they love it; they do it for the money.
Sara Bledsoe MW 9:30
I think Lawrence Lessig made some good arguments during his TED Talk. He acknowledged the creativity of this generation and how kids are able to be creative for the fun of it, not for the money. Apps like Tik Tok and Instagram have let people become creators and not just consumers. However, this can affect the creators who do make money, the artists whose content is being used and changed without their permission. Disney owns the rights to all of their music, so if their music is re-posted on a Tik Tok, it is taken down almost immediately. However, a lot of artists don't have all the fancy lawyers and are not alerted when this happens, so a lot of artists are not compensated or even credited for their work.
I also like the point he made about these copyright laws being meaningless for people who will use the work anyway, kids turning to "piracy" because they can. Because the music and art isn't something you could physically steal, people don't care, I'm not saying its right, but there is some sort of fine line.
Trent Hegemier
MW 9:30
I completely agree with Lessig, copyright has become a pain in the ass. It feels like everything we do now can have backlash to it. Although there are positives to copyright I feel like it has limited so many people in the things we can and cannot do. It would be nice to see people to do things without the stress of prosecution and living freely. there is a fear of it getting worse as well which is sad.
Zachary Brooks MW online class
I agree with Lessig on this thoughts about copywriting. Our world is so fast paced now that everyone is always wanting to take the easy way out. Copyright laws are in place to save the creator and give them their credit, as they have so earned. This video is relevant now more then ever with the age of internet hitting new peaks everyday. This laws most be enforced to ensure that creatives can keep creating without fear of having their works poached and leeched. It is so easy in todays world to just head straight for the fastest route out and these laws will continue to helps people for a very long time!
Julia Lain MW 9:30
I do somewhat agree with what Lessig says about copywriting. Although copying word for word and plagiarizing is never okay, in my option we must use other peoples work to be inspired, with the correct accreditation. In one of my visual communication classes we watched a lecture called "everything is a remix" where we learned that basically every aspect of modern culture is a remake of something we have seen before, or a sequel or based off of a book. And even with original content, it tends to follow the usual genre storyline. So yes, copywriter laws are important to prevent the blatant stealing of other creative's work. But in my point of view I think that we should allow for more things to become part of public domain so that people can build off of eachotehrs ideas and not be afraid to get inspiration through some other story or work.
Side note: Thanks for a wonderful semester prof. Gilbert!!!
Regan Ellis (online course)
Watching Lawrence Lessig's TED talk, he speaks about the two groups of extremists. Some people mainly the newer generation seemingly ignoring copyright and the other group of people who fight for copyright protection. I agree with Lawrence Lessig in his more balanced view on copyright. I believe that those who create should have freedom to resources, just as much a I believe that those who create deserve credit for their work. I think as the technological world evolves as must our laws regarding copyright. I personally believe original owner has the right to agree or disagree to their work being used.
Imani Moss
M/W 9:30 am
I agree with Lessig. With the internet being such a big part of everyday life and people using it to show their creativity and skills its much easier to copy something with out getting caught all they time. For example on Tik Tok a lot of creator have created a popular dance or sound but will be over shadowed by a bigger creator and the original will have all the credit taken away from them and given to the more popular one. this is harmful because it often leads to loss opportunities and even in some cases the original post is accused of stealing. Its important to give credit and not try to pass others work off as your own
Claire W MW 9:30
I agree with what Lessig had to say in this TED talk. I believe that we have come to a point in our generation where people may not have the best understanding of Copyright laws and fair use. Once you have created something whatever that may be, it is yours and owned by you. There are alot of times where people recreate things using other peoples work and this can lead to them being credited more for it thant the original author. I also really liked how he brought up that we are not creating for the love of it anymore it is usually for the money. We have also come to a time where almost anything anyone creates has the chance of being accused as stealing an idea from someone else.
Rocio Arce, MW 9:30 class
I agree with Lessig’s view of originality. Being able to create original content can sometimes be hard because most of the time people have the same ideas and point of views. To add on to that we are often inspired by other people’s creativity and that is fine! I am not saying that it is cool for someone to straight up steal a creators work but if their work helped them create something that is not entirely the inspo work, then I think it would be fine. As a society we have become so driven by money and fame that we tend to forget that some of the work that we have created was once inspired by someone/something else out there. I also think that reviving content is an awesome way to keep certain ideas/content alive. For example, when there are remakes of older movies to make it more appealing towards a new audience, or when there is a song remix. Overall, I think that being able to be inspired by different content is good as along as credit is given and some current copyright laws do need to be updated, especially in a fast, evolving society.
Madelyne Rosales, MW 9:30
After watching this Ted Talk presentation video, I feel like I do agree with what Lessig had to say. I feel like it has especially harder in these modern times as we have so many things evolving with technology and the internet. Sure, it is important to have ownership of what you create as the creator, but really these laws are actually hindering other peoples creativity and ability to carry out new ideas in fear of violating those laws. I think that there is too much to keep up with when it comes to who creates what and who should take the credit. I also like how he mentions that more than ever before, people have access to more resources and more ideas that contribute to creativity.
Peyton Strauss (online)
I agree with Lessing in this Ted Talk presentation for the most part. I believe that if every single idea ever made tangible was to be subject to copyright law, there would eventually be no room for new ideas to come in. So many stories only exist because of foundational themes that are common to the human experience, for example the superhero. If the man who wrote Superman said that only his hero could fly and have super strength and be from an alien planet, many of the household names we are so familiar with would not exist. Direct copying and plagiarism is never okay, but I think that in order for creativity to flow freely, there has to be some freedom legally as well.
I agree with Lessig because I think it's important for people to be able to create. We are all exposed to our culture, and it's something that inspires us. People have their own unique ideas, to create something of their own and should be able to do so without strong regulations.
Anna Martin MW 9:30
I definitely agree with what Lessing had to say about copywriting. With the way the internet is today and since it’s everchanging, people want to make sure they revive credit for the things they create. Being inspired by other people’s work is one thing, when they are accredited, but stealing ideas or work has become so easy and happens too often. Copyright laws need to keep up with the way the internet changes so often, so that creators work can continue to be protected and accredited to them.
Katie Daub
MW 9:30
I agree with what Lessing said because of the advancement of technology and how fast the internet and technology is advancing. Ideas are created from inspiration or ideas from other things that have already been copyrighted. Out right copyrighting because you're lazy is not okay but some things are just very similar to others, doesn't mean it was wrong or copyrighted.
Edward R. (Online)
I agree with what Lessing said this whole video. Copyright was first made to protect peoples work. It seems like now-a-days artist are using it more to make profit out of it. It makes it hard for users to make their own versions out of it; furthermore preventing them from using their creativity for good. I believe there should be some form of adjustment to the copyright law; it should adapt to all the growing platforms. It would be ideal if creators can decide whether they would like their work to be used by others or not. The way the system works right now is not the way it should be handled and there needs to be a change for creative and profit balance.
I agree with Lessig. I've done this myself, completely innocently: used someone else's content to make something and say my own message. I've done it without attempting to make money or steal content. I think Lessig's option for artists to label their music available for amateur use but not for commercial use. This idea, though, seems to me to be kind of like thinking about eating an entire pizza. In theory it sounds easier and better than it actually is. Since 2007, so many young people have begun making content. This content, since 2007, has skyrocketed in monetary value. It has become easier for random, young content creators to make content that will earn them a lot of money even without the intention of doing so. I think there's much more of a gray area between what is commercial and what is not commercial. I say all of this as a photographer and videographer who has definitely used audio tracks that do not belong to me in videos. My intention in doing so isn't to make money--I do that for fun. But what if it makes me money further down the line? I think there are a lot of questions and nuances to this, which is probably why the legislation hasn't caught up yet. I wonder if there is a right answer to protect everyone.
Lauren Scott (MW 9:30-10:50am)
I totally agree with Lessig's opinion of creative freedoms being challenged by such restrictions in regards to copyright. Due to the fact that technology has connected people worldwide, even more so since this TED Talk took place, people have so many tools at their disposal to create their own ideas or recreate others'. I think copyright to excessive degrees is harmful to people's expressive and creative freedoms, the harnessing of them is even more evident scenarios, such as a creator being restricted from innocently using an artist's song in the content they create and they aren't claiming to have any title to it, they simply just thought that was the best song to evoke their message.
MW 9:30
I agree with what Lessig had to say. Most people want to be recognized for the work that they do if it's good. Lessig said that the world revolves around recognition. If everyone is copyrighting their work though, it is hard for others to get credit if they create something off of someone else's work and put their own twist to it. Lessig also says that non-commercial use of the art she be free. I agree with this because with the digital age, many people have access to others work and should be able to use it as inspiration as long as it is non-commercial. All the copyright going on today can create fear amongst people that they could get in trouble for using others work. You just have to be careful.
Ashley K, M/W
I agree with Lessig to an extent. I agree that artists should allow amateurs to use their content but not for commercial use. I also agree with him that the kids that were copy writing then and doing things that were against the law then have made our world more corrupt now. They were taught it was "okay" in a sense to break the law, and if you break one law why not break another? What can it hurt? However, that is the thinking that allows our culture to go from peaceful protests to violent attacks on law enforcement and innocent businesses and bystanders. But that's another problem. As far as his Ted talk goes I believe that if you create content and you don't want anyone to use it that is your right and others should respect the copyright law in that regard. However, I also behoove that there should be certain rights for ammeter use.
Terre Carter, (M/W Online)
After watching the Ted Talk, I agree with Lessing. Some laws do choke creativity. It makes me think a lot about rap music. A lot of rappers and singers use old school samples. Some of our best songs come from other old music. Thankfully, some artists are fair in sharing music so I don't see this trend stopping. To be creative you have to push the envelope sometimes. We will continue to see this problem in law, where the law is trying to catch up to the technology.
Pryce P (MW 9:30-10:50 a.m.)
I agree with Lessig that the internet should allow access for armature use and not for commercialization. I think he hit it on the tee when explaining that kids today do not care about copyright and alot of that probably has to do with not getting caught. While getting away with copyright may be harmless usually it can really hurt creative artist because you are stealing their work without permission. I liked the Lessig said that copyright can hurt creative freedom and i agree with him because most creative works are inspired from others. I do not trust that people would actually follow the rules on a platform that lets people take content for armature use because sooner or later someone will exploit it.
Alexandra B
Online class M/W
I found myself agreeing with many of the points Lessig made throughout the lecture. Personally, I think that while copyright laws do serve a purpose, they have to be updated to adapt to the changing times. I also found Lessig's points to be surprisingly still very applicable to the discussions on copyrighting that we must have today, despite his speech being from 2007. I feel like there's a very valuable use in using established creations to reinvent something new (for example, using song samples in music). Though I do believe that credit is deserved for creators, I think copyrighting laws must still adapt to our evolving culture.
I completely agree with Lessig. We live in a creative, constantly growing, and extremely fast-paced society. Someone can create something one day, and the next day another person has done the same thing, but made the first thing bigger and better. Copyright is important, and it is horrible and extremely unfair if someone’s work is stolen. However, some laws take it too far, and put a limit on content that is created. Using other people’s ideas as a base to come up with your own is a great way to grow and develop new things, especially in modern day technology. Lessig delivered great points and ideas, and although this speech is from 2007, I think it is still extremely relevant today.
Chloe Hoyles MW 9:30
After listening to Lawrence Lessig's Ted Talk dated back to 2007, I found it to be relevant to issues with still deal with today involving copyright and media. I'm not sure if he realized how much our technology would evolve and advance in such a way where most of us can't control it anymore. I agree with what he had to say. Creativity has been lost in the coming years as it has been to easy for others to copy. "Consumer is not the creator". I see this on TikTok all the time. Someone will post a video, it goes viral, and people copy the same premise of the 15 second video. That creator loses notoriety and people may never know it was that person who started the idea it all. I am a videographer and it kills me that I can't use some mainstream songs in my videos. However, I value that someone/or a group created that piece of art. I mean I wouldn't want someone posting my own videos as their own. This leads me to say that I value fair use and Creative Commons so I try to use songs that are loyalty free. Copyright is super important in the creative field. You would think that because of that it would be ever-changing and developing in such a way where everyone is happy. However, it seems to be at a stand still. One thing I have noticed is that both Instagram and YouTube have taken steps to catch copyright infringement. They have a way to scan music in videos and see if it violates its copyright policies. If so, your upload or post will be taken down. While some people may find this frustrating, others understand the integrity of artists work and think this measure is good and will alleviate conflict.
Aileen Sierra-Sosa
MW 9:30AM
After watching the video, I agree with Lessig had to say about copyrighting. Once you create something, that idea is yours. Others shouldn't be allowed to take your idea and change it up. Online people share their work because they are proud of it and what the world to see, not to have to taken by others.
Karisma Mendez
M/w 9:30 am Online
I do agree that creators deserve more copyright laws to protect them. Copy right laws also need to evolve with the times. I also agree when Lessig said the internet should allow for amateur use and not commercialization. I know youtube is really strict when it comes to copyright music but imagine Tik Tok not having real music that is only for amateur use that's 10 seconds. There needs to be a middle ground (which is easier said than done).
Joseph Porter
M/W 9:30-10:50
After Watching the TED talk I do agree as everything these days is regulated so heavily like Youtube, Twitch, even TikTok and i feel everyone is using the copyright laws so they can make the most money possible and sometimes abuse copyright strikes. I do believe the copyright law serves a purpose but should be updated with the new times, so that people are not always in fear of getting a lawsuit or copyright striked when they try to create something they think is new.
I have a difficult time deciding whether or not I completely agree or disagree with this topic. I find Lessig's logic of an "age of prohibitions" fascinating, but at the very same time I think there is a reason that so many copyright laws currently exist in today's digital era. I believe that if an artist, musician, etc. is constantly worrying about their work being stolen or used in ways they do not approve of, it discourages creativity. On the other hand, I do resonate with the connection that children should be able to explore their own creativity without being labeled criminals before even being old enough to really understand what it means. It is a complex issue and I think that this subject needs to be viewed with nuance and approached carefully while protecting people's creative freedoms.
Loli Gomez M/W 9:30am
I definitely agree with Lessig. His argument about the extremists of one side creating technology that removes any and all content that has copyrighted content without the consideration for Fair Use and the other side among the younger generation, a "growing copyright abolitionism" that rejects the notion of copyright entirely was very interesting and I agree that what we need to find is a balance. There are too many types and forms of content being produced and published for there to be such limited options. I agree that artist's choice truly is key for opportunities of openness in technologies.
Yeah, it got worse. YouTube automatically strikes down the most benign instances of potential copyright violation on a whim, while people I know have become pretty adept and finding not so legal workarounds to watch The Mandalorian. I can definitely see where Lessig is coming from, about wanting to find a middle ground that serves creativity while preserving private property, and that thing that he totally isn't selling sounds like a really good idea. I also like that concept of read-write culture. It's communication, pure and simple, that we read and learn of the old songs, then return them in our own way in response. I know back when I was maybe 11 or so I stumbled across my first internet memes on a demotivational pictures app. There were dozens of them that came from movies and shows and other media, and that hasn't really changed. The difference is that Dr. Octagonapus memes from the early 2000s Spider-Man movies are cringe while it's still kinda funny to use reaction images from Revenge of the Sith. I like that culture, the one where I can screenshot something that's funny and make something out of it, place it out of context and get maybe three people to like my post of it. I like that kind of culture, and I don't like the future predicted by YouTube's auto-bans and Article 13 across the Atlantic.
Kaitlyn K.
M/W 9:30
I definitely agree with everything he’s saying. Copyright laws are important to make sure people don’t steal other people’s work without credit, but there does need to be some difference between stealing someone’s work and using that work to make something else. I know a lot of youtubers have problems with their video taken down because of copyright. They usually don’t even claim the music as theirs yet it still gets copyright claimed. I think TikTok is a good example because people use music to make skits or videos that have nothing to do with the song.
Claire Hammons M/W Online
I agree with Lessig in regards to amateur use versus commercial use. There has to be some freedom of building upon others creations or else technology and art would stay stagnant. I believe credit should be given where it is due, but there has to be a middle ground. It's interesting to see that things have stayed relatively the same when it comes to the internet and copyrighting. I feel like YouTube is getting more strict every day, which easily limits creativity in videos, especially when it comes to music.
Jessica Rodriguez-Zeron, Online Class
Originally, when I first started learning about copyright law in this class, I agreed with extending copyright laws. Especially when it comes to the subject of protecting the work of people/artists who are deceased. I thought, if I create something, I wouldn't want other people using that and profiting off of it. I would want my work protected even after I'm gone. After watching this TED talk however, my opinion has changed. Previously, I didn't put much thought into how much other people's works can inspire others and are used as a starting point to build off from. Lessig brings up a good point about how copyright laws stifle creativity and I feel differently now about sharing works.
After watching Lessig Ted Talk video, I will say that I agree with his argument on copyright and fairness. Giving individuals credit for their work is necessary in everyday life because they put their time and effort on it. I feel as though people should be free to learn new content without instantly getting in trouble for usings someones material because some people are just trying to show appreciation for work.
Jenna Whitley
M/W 9:30
After watching the video of Lawrence Lessig's TED Talk I agree with what he is saying. Laws for copyright are important to ensure peoples work isn't used or profited from without credit to the creator. It is important that people are protected with what is theirs.
Paige Burkett ( Online Class )
I agree with Larry Lessing on almost everything. I think if someone "remixed" a version of a movie with different words, they have in some way, created their own content. It's one thing to completely copy concept and storyline but if someone is simply using the some of the same images and giving some credit to the original creators, I think that should be totally fine. When it comes to music is where I tend to disagree with Lessing. Songs are harder to make your own without just doing a cover of a song or adding in your own lyrics. I think if someone uses an unaltered version of a song, there should be some sort of law that protects that, which is exactly what we have now. While I do think most copyright laws are taken to the extreme and lack common sense, I understand why it's important we as a society have these things.
MW 9:30 - Online
I agree with Lessig laws have not been up to date. Technology is changing every day and content is being created everyday. I think its ok to use others people work to create something new and content should be shared. Lots of copyright laws don’t allow people to express themselves as they should because they have to be careful of the laws and what they post on the Internet. It seems as though many people are more focused on money and fame aspect for creating orginal art instead of inspiring others to create their own version of it.
Kemp Mierzwa
M/W 9:30
After watching Lessing's video I agree with just about everything he's saying. Everything he covers is still very much relevant today. Copywright protects individuals from having there work being stolen and profited from. I agree with this rule on the fact that nobody shouldn't be able to take credit for what is there's. Although if someone were to use another person's song and give them proper credit and recognition, that's completely fine.
AMAYA SAVOY M/W
I agree with Lessig because today there's so much content stolen and edited excessively without permission and some may say people damage that person's work because of the excessive editing. I think that's where copyright comes in and saves the day.
media law online-
I agree with Lessig that it should be ok to recreate certain things that are under copyright law. It is hard to be a create nowadays due to how strict copyright law is. I also agree that these laws are very out of date and desperately need to be revised so it is fair to people creating things in the present. Obviously laws should still exist but a revision every few years as more things are created is super necessary.
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