A growing number of states are taking a firm stance against private election financing<\/a>, responding to the \u200binflux of funds from big tech \u200bmoguls like Meta\u2019s Mark Zuckerberg into groups such as the Center for Tech and Civic \u2062Life (CTCL) during the\u2063 2020 elections. Despite legislative pushback, CTCL<\/a> continues to exert its\u200b influence within receptive local election offices<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Publicly shared webinars<\/a> on the CTCL \u200dwebsite \u2063uncover strategies on how election \u200dofficials can partner with progressive fact-checking\u200b groups to\u200d curtail unwanted narratives and shape policy discussion toward their favorable \u200coutcomes. They’re also coached\u200b on fostering connections \u2064with sympathetic media representatives to further their\u200c agenda.<\/p>\n

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\u200d \u200d \u200c “Election roles have \u200cbroadened significantly due to disrupted democratic practices and \u2064the rise of misinformation,”\u2062 said CTCL’s Christian Franco. He noted the expanding list of tasks falling\u2062 to election officials.\n <\/p><\/blockquote>\n
While CTCL claims nonpartisanship, its roots are deeply embedded \u200bin left-leaning soil.\u200d Its founders and certain board members boast strong Democratic affiliations, and it’s received substantial funding<\/a> from groups like the New Venture Fund ahead of the 2020 elections.<\/p>\n
Strategic Alliances \u2062and Advocacy Tactics<\/h2>\n
Following\u2064 the outlawing of private election fund usage in numerous states, CTCL put forth its Election Infrastructure Initiative, aspiring to\u2063 secure a colossal $20 billion \u200cin\u2064 federal funding for\u2063 election offices. This mission demands diligent advocacy at various government levels to succeed, \u2063as explained by CTCL’s Advocacy Director Keara Mendez.<\/p>\n
CTCL educates on successful advocacy, highlighting the importance of building rapport with policymakers and allied organizations\u2014ranging from lobbying groups to state associations\u2014to mobilize resources and harmonize outreach.<\/p>\n
Partnerships with Progressive Entities<\/h3>\n
CTCL aligns with partners like Democracy Fund \u200cand Rock the Vote, two of several left-leaning \u200ballies<\/a>, suggesting their unified efforts in policy initiatives and voter mobilization.<\/p>\n
Countering ‘Malinformation’ and Influencing the Narrative<\/h2>\n
CTCL representatives emphasize their \u200crole in combating not just misinformation, but also ‘malinformation’\u2014truthful yet ostensibly harmful \u2063content\u2014blaming it for eroding trust in democratic systems.<\/p>\n
The strategy for maintaining narrative control includes cooperating with fact-checkers and media outlets to correct or quell unfavorable reports, thus shaping public opinion<\/a>.<\/p>\n
In pursuit of broader\u2062 outreach, CTCL advises election offices to establish ties with\u200b media channels that cater to diverse linguistic communities, enhancing inclusivity\u2063 and information access.<\/p>\n
Ultimately, CTCL sees election officials as authoritative figures, advocating \u2064for their increased involvement and acknowledgment as experts\u2063 in the democratic process.<\/p>\n
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Partnerships with Progressive Entities<\/h3>\nCTCL aligns with partners like Democracy Fund \u200cand Rock the Vote, two of several left-leaning \u200ballies<\/a>, suggesting their unified efforts in policy initiatives and voter mobilization.<\/p>\n

Partnerships with Progressive Entities<\/h3>\n
CTCL aligns with partners like Democracy Fund \u200cand Rock the Vote, two of several left-leaning \u200ballies<\/a>, suggesting their unified efforts in policy initiatives and voter mobilization.<\/p>\n