Verification was meant to authenticate identity & voice but it is interpreted as an endorsement or an indicator of importance. We recognize that we have created this confusion and need to resolve it. We have paused all general verifications while we work and will report back soon
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1 / UPDATE on our verification program and the actions we're taking.
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2 / Verification has long been perceived as an endorsement. We gave verified accounts visual prominence on the service which deepened this perception. We should have addressed this earlier but did not prioritize the work as we should have.
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3 / This perception became worse when we opened up verification for public submissions and verified people who we in no way endorse.
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4 / We're working on a new authentication and verification program. In the meantime, we are not accepting any public submissions for verification and have introduced new guidelines for the program. https://support.twitter.com/articles/20174630 …
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5 / We are conducting an initial review of verified accounts and will remove verification from accounts whose behavior does not fall within these new guidelines. We will continue to review and take action as we work towards a new program we are proud of.
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When Will Our Congressional Account Be Verified?
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Twitter has to clear via the DNC
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