Facebook-backed American Edge has launched a campaign slamming antitrust legislation aimed to expand competition in the tech industry
The group has commissioned studies, placed op-eds in local papers and collaborating with various partners to bash the Senate-passed bill
In its sponsored ads and writings, American Edge plays on citizens’ fears of cybersecurity attacks from Russia and advanced technology in China
The group has accused lawmakers on Capitol Hill of having a ‘misguided agenda’ and wanting to ‘take away the technology we use every day’
American Edge also alleged the antitrust bill poses a danger to small and minority-owned businesses
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