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307 - Concordance Over Truth Bias

You Are Not So Smart

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Truth vs. Political Bias

This chapter explores a psychological study examining how political alignment affects perceptions of truth in news headlines. The research shows that individuals are more likely to accept and share headlines that align with their beliefs, even when they contain false information. It highlights the implications of this bias for media consumption and the challenges of combating disinformation.

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