Chatter: The People Who Turn Lies into Reality, with Renée DiResta
The Lawfare Podcast
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Investigating Viral Narratives and Conspiracy Theories on Social Media
This chapter analyzes the work of a team of analysts who examined 22 million tweets related to viral narratives surrounding the 2020 election, such as Sharpie Gate and Dominion. It explores how problematic content was tagged but not necessarily acted upon by platforms, leading to legal implications, financial stress, and personal protection needs for individuals targeted by false conspiracy theories. The chapter also delves into the 'Serengeti strategy' and discusses the engagement of elected officials in spreading misinformation online.
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