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Mar 14, 2024
Exploring the threat of disinformation in America with insights from Barbara McQuaid, discussing deceptive tactics, evolution of 'fake news', impact on January 6 events, combatting strategies, and importance of engaging with empathy and curiosity.
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- Disinformation threatens American democracy due to AI advancements and social media, emphasizing the need for truth verification.
- Combatting disinformation requires media literacy, fact-checking, and regulations for transparency in political spending and social media algorithms.
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The Proliferation of Disinformation
Disinformation in America, exemplified by an AI-generated robo-call impersonating President Biden and the circulation of manipulated images on social media, poses a growing threat fueled by upcoming elections and advancements in artificial intelligence. Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuaid stresses the importance of upholding truth in the face of intentional deception and the need to combat disinformation.
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