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Talking Zoning Without Zoning Out

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The Destructive Nature of Rumors in Crisis Situations

This chapter explores the dangerous effects of rumors during crises, specifically analyzing Hurricane Katrina's misinformation compared to today's social media landscape. It also discusses the role of political leaders in spreading false information and the broader societal implications of how humans interact with news during natural disasters.

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