Title:

Misinformation research is buckling under GOP legal attacks

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Author:

Naomi Nix, Cat Zakrzewski, Joseph Menn

Abstract:

The attention of academics is being diverted to stop the spread of misinformation from conservative politicians and activists who feel that their views are under attack and being censored.

Publication:

The Washington Post

Publication Date:

9/25/2023

Citation:

Nix, N., Zakrzewski, C., & Menn, J. (2023, September 25). Misinformation research is buckling under GOP legal attacks. Washington Post. https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2023/09/23/online-misinformation-jim-jordan/

Topic:

Critical Thinking and Digital Literacy

Commenter:

Halle Shephard

Comment Date:

10/6/2023

Comment:

Increasing polarization in the current American climate is creating a breeding ground for misinformation to spread.