CfA's May 1, 2020 Newsletter
Thank you for your continued support of CfA. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we are still working to hold the powerful accountable, especially as it pertains to topics relevant to the current crisis.
Our Latest Actions:
- Sign the petition: It’s time to fix the small business relief programs. We need oversight: We've partnered with the DailyKos and other accountability organizations to raise awareness for a petition calling for increased government oversight over the programs being implemented to help small businesses weather the coronavirus.
What We're Reading:
- The narrow definition of ‘pro-life’ fuels disregard for lives during covid-19: "The term’s narrow definition explains how self-proclaimed pro-life champions can seemingly call for the sacrifice of seniors and other vulnerable people in the name of kick-starting the economy." (The Washington Post, May 1 2020)
- Facebook Begins to Re-Open Moderation Centers as Concerning Content Gains Momentum in the App: "Amid the COVID-19 lockdowns, Facebook has been forced to shut down its moderation centers, and send some 35,000 content reviewers home, which has significantly reduced its capacity to review posts, ads and more." (Social Media Today, April 30 2020)
- The Trump Administration Has Put Federal Workers at Coronavirus Risk, Senators Say: "Citing ProPublica’s reporting, 22 Senate Democrats have asked the White House to explain its management of federal employee safety." (ProPublica, April 29 2020)
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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.
- Send us a tip.
- 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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