How States Are Safeguarding the 2020 Election

The video discusses the challenges and improvements in election security since 2016, emphasizing the need for resources, backup plans, and cybersecurity. It highlights the transition to computerized systems post-2002 and the importance of paper trails in local elections. The discussion also covers the role of microtargeting in political ads and the need for transparency.

What is one of the main challenges states face in securing their election systems?

• Lack of awareness about hacking threats

• Too many paper ballots

• Insufficient resources to build protections

• Overabundance of cybersecurity staff

Why is it important to have backup plans in place for elections?

• To eliminate the need for cybersecurity

• To ensure votes are counted even if systems fail

• To reduce the number of voters

• To increase the speed of voting

What percentage of the $2 billion needed for election security is allocated to cybersecurity?

• 60%

• 40%

• 25%

• 10%

What significant change has been made to voting systems since 2016?

• Removal of voter registration databases

• Complete reliance on online voting

• Elimination of electronic voting machines

• Introduction of paper trails for electronic votes

What is a major concern regarding political ads on social media?

• Too many ads reaching the same audience

• Lack of transparency and micro-targeting

• Excessive fact-checking

• High costs of advertising

What is the Honest Ads Act aiming to achieve?

• Ban all political ads on social media

• Increase the number of political ads

• Reduce the cost of political advertising

• Enhance transparency in political ads

What was a major issue with political ads in the 2016 election?

• They were banned on social media

• They were all fact-checked

• They were not visible to everyone

• They were too expensive