The Vergecast Sen. Michael Bennet talks tech in the next election
Aug 20, 2019
U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a Democratic presidential hopeful and author of "Dividing America," joins the discussion to explore pressing tech policy issues. He dives into foreign interference in elections, the impact of Russian propaganda, and the need for better cybersecurity measures. Bennet also tackles consumer privacy concerns, advocating for stronger data protection laws. Balancing regulation and free expression, he critiques the influence of money in politics and emphasizes the urgency of reforming election security.
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Facebook's Slow Response to Russian Interference
- Facebook was slow to recognize and address Russian interference, initially dismissing concerns.
- Now, the question remains what they will do to prevent future interference.
Different Threats
- Securing voting mechanisms is crucial, but the spread of memes on social media presents a different threat.
- Both issues are critical and contribute to distrust in democracy.
Address both threats
- Address both election security and social media manipulation simultaneously.
- Their combined corrosive effect erodes trust in democracy.
