
It Could Happen Here Weekly 179
Behind the Bastards
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The Rise of Authoritarianism: Unpacking Misinformation and Historical Plots
This chapter examines the dangerous influence of AI on misinformation spread through social media, which exacerbates political polarization and hampers collective action against authoritarianism. It connects historical instances of oligarchic manipulation to present challenges, while also presenting a hopeful perspective on potential resistance to rising fascism.
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