Facebook Updates Harassment Policy to Protect Public Figures, Journalists, and Activists

Facebook Updates Harassment Policy to Protect Public Figures, Journalists, and Activists
The Facebook logo is displayed on their website in an illustration photo taken in Bordeaux, France, on Feb. 1, 2017. Regis Duvignau/Reuters
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Facebook announced updates to its harassment policy on Wednesday to protect public figures, journalists, and activists from harmful content and attacks, according to a new statement from the social media giant.

The changes follow the recent congressional testimony of Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen, who shared concerns about the company’s practices.
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