Facebook Has Been Weaponized for Hate, Says Civil Rights Leader

The transcript discusses the civil rights audit of Facebook, highlighting concerns about voter suppression and online hate. It covers a call with Facebook executives about their response to these issues and evaluates Facebook's preparedness for upcoming elections amid a pandemic. The discussion also touches on the debate over Facebook's role in regulation and policy enforcement.

What concerns do civil rights organizations have regarding the platform's role in voter suppression?

What progress has been made since the inception of the civil rights audit?

What are the ongoing challenges that Facebook faces in combating online hate and misinformation?

In what ways do civil rights advocates believe Facebook is not adequately prepared for the upcoming elections?

What specific actions are civil rights advocates urging Facebook to take in relation to voter education?

What role do civil rights laws play in the discussions surrounding Facebook's policies?

How has the civil rights audit influenced Facebook's policies on unlawful ad targeting?