Zuckbucks Group Instructs Election Officials in Silencing Speech and Shaping Election Regulations

A growing number of states are taking a firm stance against private election financing, responding to the ​influx of funds from big tech ​moguls like Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg into groups such as the Center for Tech and Civic ⁢Life (CTCL) during the⁣ 2020 elections. Despite legislative pushback, CTCL continues to exert its​ influence within receptive local election offices.

Publicly shared webinars on the CTCL ‍website ⁣uncover strategies on how election ‍officials can partner with progressive fact-checking​ groups to‍ curtail unwanted narratives and shape policy discussion toward their favorable ‌outcomes. They’re also coached​ on fostering connections ⁤with sympathetic media representatives to further their‌ agenda.

‍ ‍ ‌ “Election roles have ‌broadened significantly due to disrupted democratic practices and ⁤the rise of misinformation,”⁢ said CTCL’s Christian Franco. He noted the expanding list of tasks falling⁢ to election officials.

While CTCL claims nonpartisanship, its roots are deeply embedded ​in left-leaning soil.‍ Its founders and certain board members boast strong Democratic affiliations, and it’s received substantial funding from groups like the New Venture Fund ahead of the 2020 elections.

Strategic Alliances ⁢and Advocacy Tactics

Following⁤ the outlawing of private election fund usage in numerous states, CTCL put forth its Election Infrastructure Initiative, aspiring to⁣ secure a colossal $20 billion ‌in⁤ federal funding for⁣ election offices. This mission demands diligent advocacy at various government levels to succeed, ⁣as explained by CTCL’s Advocacy Director Keara Mendez.

CTCL educates on successful advocacy, highlighting the importance of building rapport with policymakers and allied organizations—ranging from lobbying groups to state associations—to mobilize resources and harmonize outreach.

Partnerships with Progressive Entities

CTCL aligns with partners like Democracy Fund ‌and Rock the Vote, two of several left-leaning ​allies, suggesting their unified efforts in policy initiatives and voter mobilization.

Countering ‘Malinformation’ and Influencing the Narrative

CTCL representatives emphasize their ‌role in combating not just misinformation, but also ‘malinformation’—truthful yet ostensibly harmful ⁣content—blaming it for eroding trust in democratic systems.

The strategy for maintaining narrative control includes cooperating with fact-checkers and media outlets to correct or quell unfavorable reports, thus shaping public opinion.

In pursuit of broader⁢ outreach, CTCL advises election offices to establish ties with​ media channels that cater to diverse linguistic communities, enhancing inclusivity⁣ and information access.

Ultimately, CTCL sees election officials as authoritative figures, advocating ⁤for their increased involvement and acknowledgment as experts⁣ in the democratic process.