A Conversation with Don Lemon Moderated by: Tim Miller

In a moment when questions about speech, accountability, and the role of the press are front-page news, Don Lemon reflects on the responsibilities and risks of public commentary in a polarized era. This conversation explores the meaning of the First Amendment beyond slogans: how free expression intersects with platforms, employers, audiences, and civic trust. With Tim Miller, Lemon considers the pressures facing journalists and commentators today, the boundaries between opinion and reporting, and how democratic societies navigate disagreement while preserving open discourse. The New Orleans Book Festival brings the world’s leading authors to Tulane University for a multi-day celebration of their works. The Festival features both fiction and non-fiction and convenes readings, panel discussions, symposia and keynote speeches. It provides an opportunity for outlets, authors and readers to interact with each other in one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse cities in the world.