The Sunday Show Towards Resilience: A Conversation with Kate Starbird About the Future of Online Elections Discourse
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Dec 8, 2024 Kate Starbird, a professor at the University of Washington and co-founder of the Center for an Informed Public, discusses the intricate world of online election discourse. She examines how misinformation is shaped by political ecosystems, emphasizing the contrasting strategies of the left and right. Kate highlights the shift from traditional manipulation to citizen-driven narratives and the emotional dynamics in social media. She calls for innovative platforms that promote shared values to combat misinformation effectively, fostering resilience in the information landscape.
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Rumor Resolution Dynamics
- Post-election rumor resolution differed between political sides.
- The right's infrastructure for spreading rumors dissolved after Trump's win, while the left's lacked similar organization.
Participatory Disinformation
- The right-wing media ecosystem in the US is highly participatory.
- Audiences actively shape narratives and political discourse by nudging leaders and creating new content.
Stories vs. Facts
- Political discourse is now driven by narratives rather than facts.
- The right effectively uses compelling stories to motivate, while the left focuses on fact-checking, which proves less impactful.