Click Here 155. Mic Drop: Researcher Nina Jankowicz on Fox News, defamation, and our new information reality
Aug 9, 2024
Nina Jankowicz, a leading disinformation researcher currently embroiled in a defamation lawsuit against Fox News, sheds light on her challenging journey. She discusses the chilling effects of misinformation on democracy and her personal experiences with media scrutiny. Nina highlights the complexities of defamation law, especially concerning freedom of speech. Additionally, she emphasizes the dire need for transparency and accountability in tackling deceptive political narratives and the formation of a new NGO dedicated to this cause.
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Nina's Legal Fight Against Fox News
- Nina Jankowicz endured over 400 false mentions by Fox News, which she believed were profit-driven.
- This intense harassment led her to seek legal action against the network.
Disinformation as a Democratic Threat
- Disinformation is a democracy issue affecting daily life and voting.
- It is polluting information environments, driven by profit and power motives.
Legal Setback and Appeal
- A judge dismissed most of Nina's defamation claims, equating counter-disinformation to censorship.
- Nina was surprised by the ruling but plans to appeal it.