Facebook was criticized in 2016 for its hands-off approach to political ads during the presidential campaign. Founder
Zuckerberg said one of those steps is removing posts that claim voters will contract COVID-19 if they physically show up to a polling place, and will attach a link to definitive information about the coronavirus.
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The company said it will work with partners, including the
"Today, we're announcing additional steps we're taking at
"We all have a responsibility to protect our democracy. That means helping people register and vote, clearing up confusion about how this election will work, and taking steps to reduce the chances of violence and unrest."
"I believe our democracy is strong enough to withstand this challenge and deliver a free and fair election -- even if it takes time for every vote to be counted," Zuckerberg added. "We've voted during global pandemics before.
"We can do this. But it's going to take a concerted effort by all of us -- political parties and candidates, election authorities, the media and social networks, and ultimately voters as well -- to live up to our responsibilities."
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