Facebook Employees Say Ad Policy Will Spread More Misinformation

The transcript discusses Facebook's controversial ad policy that allows political figures to lie in ads without repercussions. This has raised concerns among Facebook employees about the spread of misinformation. Mark Zuckerberg argues that Facebook should not censor political ads, as they provide a platform for voices that might not be heard otherwise. Despite the controversy, political ads are a small but significant part of Facebook's business, with 2020 candidates spending around $50 million on such ads.

What is the potential impact of the new ad policy on disinformation according to the employees?

What amount did 2020 candidates spend on Facebook advertisements so far?