CfA's March 13, 2020 Newsletter
Thank you for your continued support of CfA. During the COVID-19 outbreak, we are still working to hold the powerful accountable.
Here's an update on our latest work.
Our Latest Work:
- One Year Later, Christchurch Massacre Photos Still on Facebook: On Thursday, CfA released a report identifying eight videos of the gruesome Christchurch, New Zealand, massacre that are still on Facebook despite the company’s promises to remove them. (Press Release, Report )
- The report is a part of the Tech Transparency Project (TTP), a new research initiative designed to hold large technology companies accountable. (TTP Website )
- #FOIAFriday: For #FOIAFriday, CfA called attention to HHS's failure to respond to FOIA requests in a timely manner. With the COVID-19 pandemic threatening the country, transparency at HHS is necessary. (Click here to view on Twitter. )
We're Hiring:
- CfA is Hiring: We're looking for a Communications Manager, Research Associate, and a Summer Legal Intern.
What We're Reading:
- Journalists Facing a Culture of Secrecy in State and Local Governments: The Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press found local newsrooms are facing a culture secrecy in state and local governments, but many newsrooms are lacking the legal services to fight for better access. (Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, h/t American Press Institute, 3.9.20)
- Google search under the microscope at Senate antitrust hearing: The Senate Judiciary Committee met on Tuesday to discuss tech companies unfairly favoring their own products. Much of the hearing focused on Google search. (The Verge, 3.10.20)
- The Supreme Court Should Listen to Doctors: Dr. Bhavik Kumar, medical director for Primary and Trans Care at Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast, wrote to The Hill claiming the politicians passing restrictions like the ones featured in June Medical Services v. Russo do not understand or do not care about the patients being affected. (The Hill, 3.11.20)
- Pay-to-play in Florida: Capitol Preferred Insurance Co. gave $12,500 to a Florida Senate GOP committee in November. It then asked for a political favor in the form of a favorable amendment. (Politico Florida, 3.9.20)
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Follow Our Work:
We thank you for your continued support. Without people like you, our work would not be possible.
Here is how you can stay involved and help us accomplish our mission:
- Follow CfA on Twitter and Facebook.
- Follow the Tech Transparency Project on Twitter and Facebook.
- Tell your friends and colleagues about CfA.
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- Make a tax-deductible donation.
Be on the lookout for more updates about our work in the upcoming weeks. Thanks again for signing up to be a part of CfA!
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Daniel Stevens
Executive Director, Campaign for Accountability
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