
Miles Parks
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Oct 6, 2022 • 15min
Protect yourself from election disinformation
Miles Parks, an NPR reporter specializing in voting and misinformation, delves into the critical issue of election disinformation. He discusses how technology and social media fuel false narratives, complicating the voting process. Parks highlights the importance of distinguishing between misinformation and disinformation, showing how positive messaging can enhance voter trust, particularly among skeptics. He also emphasizes the need for critical thinking and empathetic dialogue when confronting misinformation, encouraging listeners to verify sources and engage in meaningful conversations.

Feb 11, 2022 • 25min
The Economy Is Doing Well By Most Measures—But Inflation Remains A Problem
Miles Parks, an NPR voting reporter, delves into the intricacies of a joint database aimed at preventing voter fraud, illuminating its recent struggles against disinformation campaigns. The discussion highlights how these challenges have led some states to withdraw from participation. Additionally, the group analyzes inflation as a pressing political issue impacting public sentiment, despite positive economic indicators. The conversation emphasizes the need for political leaders to address these concerns effectively ahead of the upcoming elections.

Jan 7, 2022 • 27min
Weekly Roundup: January 7th
Miles Parks, an NPR reporter specializing in voting and disinformation, dives into current political narratives shaping elections. He discusses the troubling rise of candidates who propagate the false narrative of Trump's 2020 victory. The conversation emphasizes the vital role of secretaries of state in maintaining electoral integrity amidst disinformation. Additionally, they explore the implications of COVID vaccine mandates as they face Supreme Court scrutiny and examine public sentiment surrounding these contentious issues.

Mar 26, 2021 • 29min
Weekly Roundup: March 26th
Miles Parks, NPR's political reporter specializing in disinformation, joins the discussion on urgent topics like the recent mass shooting in Colorado and the potential for new gun control measures. They delve into the challenges these restrictions face amid a conservative Supreme Court. The conversation also shifts to Congressional hearings with social media CEOs addressing misinformation's impact on society and a call for accountability in content moderation. Parks underscores the necessity for truthful discourse in the age of rampant disinformation.

Oct 1, 2020 • 15min
Two Million Americans Have Already Voted
Miles Parks, NPR's voting reporter, shares insights on the surge in early voting, with over two million ballots cast already. He discusses how the pandemic has reshaped mail-in voting behaviors and the concerns of election officials managing both voting methods. The conversation also tackles the impact of misinformation on voter perceptions, particularly regarding fraud claims, and highlights the troubling rise of voter intimidation as election day approaches, raising alarms about voter confidence.