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The Disinformation Super Highway Goes Viral 0

Dr. Alison Eschalante discusses a study that proves that it is indeed important to consider the source. Here’s a snippet (emphasis added):

Fake news has repeatedly undermined efforts to protect Americans from the coronavirus pandemic. Now a new study finds that where people get their news determines whether they believe misinformation. Those who get their news from social media are more likely to believe falsehoods about Covid-19.

And, methinks, not just about COVID-19 . . . .

Follow the link for some examples from our society of stupid.

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