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Taylor N. Carlson, "Through the Grapevine: Socially Transmitted Information and Distorted Democracy" (U Chicago Press, 2024)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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The Dynamics of Information Transmission in Democracy

This chapter explores the impact of accurate information in democratic societies, contrasting social information networks with traditional media. It highlights the transmission process of information, examining how distortions affect political knowledge, engagement, and polarization. Through empirical studies, the chapter reveals the significant yet subtle risks of misinformation propagation in political discourse.

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