Landslide Engines of Outrage Pt. 3
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Feb 20, 2025 Nina Jankowicz, a disinformation researcher and former member of the U.S. Disinformation Governance Board, dives deep into the fight against misinformation. She discusses the pivotal role of local messengers, like librarians, in promoting information literacy. The decline of local journalism and how it impacts public knowledge is highlighted, alongside the evolution of political campaigns that leverage emotional narratives. Jankowicz makes a case for innovative strategies to counteract misinformation and reconnect Americans in a shared reality.
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Facebook's Failed Experiment
- Hani Farid recounts Facebook's "Good for the World, Bad for the World" experiment.
- Promoting "good" content made users spend less time on the platform, so Facebook stopped.
Combating Disinformation
- Use transparent communication and tell compelling stories.
- Actively reach people where they are, instead of relying on them to find accurate information.
Disinformation Governance Board Backlash
- Nina Jankowicz's Disinformation Governance Board was targeted by right-wing media.
- False narratives led to threats and her resignation, illustrating the power of outrage.