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The Great Battlefield

Countering Disinformation with David Goldstein of We Defend Truth

May 8, 2024
David Goldstein, Founder of We Defend Truth, discusses countering disinformation with targeted counter narrative ads. Topics include mentorship, career transitions, evolution of disinformation in politics, combatting authoritarianism, influence of paid and earned media in spreading false information, and strategic insights for the 2024 election campaign.
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  • Employing targeted counter narrative ads to combat disinformation effectively.
  • Utilizing diverse professional experiences to tackle disinformation challenges with agility.

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Challenging Disinformation Through Truth Advocacy

The organization, We Defend Truth, founded by David Goldstein, focuses on leveraging the digital realm to counter disinformation and defend democracy. Goldstein's experience in political campaigns and content marketing led him to tackle the disinformation problem effectively. By studying the strategies of disinformation spreaders, Goldstein and his team aim to respond in ways that effectively counter disinformation and resonate with the audience.

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