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Jun 27, 2024
Jon Favreau and Tommy Vietor from Pod Save America discuss Biden admin's stance on disinformation and social media's role in the election. They cover combating false narratives, Republicans vs. Democrats approach to disinformation, and the impact of conspiracy theories on politics.
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- Countering misinformation requires adapting to demand-side strategies for addressing false narratives.
- The Biden administration faces challenges in addressing domestic disinformation due to legal concerns and conservative accusations.
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Impact of Misinformation on Campaigns
Misinformation and disinformation through outlets like Fox News and Right Wing Radio play a significant role in influencing election dynamics. Strategies like cropping videos out of context pose challenges for campaigns, making it hard to counter rapidly spreading misinformation. The shift from supply-side to demand-side approach for addressing false narratives has become crucial for campaigns to combat damaging misinformation.
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