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Creators on Creators: Cleo Abram x Johnny Harris

The Colin and Samir Show

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The Educational Role of Social Media in News Consumption

Traditional news sources are declining while social media is becoming a primary news outlet for many. Studies show that people who primarily consume news from social media perform poorly on fact-based questions about world events compared to those who rely on traditional news sources. This raises concerns about the educational impact of social media on individuals' ability to make informed decisions, vote, and combat corruption amidst the rise of independent journalism and increased news consumption through social media.

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