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- Title
Remedies for "Disinformation".
- Authors
Weaver, Russell L.
- Abstract
This article explores the issue of disinformation, also known as "fake news" or "misinformation," and its potential to undermine the democratic process by spreading inaccurate information. It discusses the historical context of disinformation and how the internet has exacerbated the problem. The article also examines the role of media bias and social media platforms in disseminating disinformation. It concludes by considering possible remedies for addressing disinformation in a democratic society. The text discusses the prevalence of disinformation in politics, highlighting examples of politicians lying to the public. It mentions instances where former President Donald Trump and current President Joe Biden have been accused of spreading false information. The article emphasizes the need for society to address the issue of disinformation, recognizing that it extends beyond the internet. The examples provided serve to illustrate the broader problem of political disinformation. The article discusses allegations of media bias and disinformation in the United States. It highlights examples of bias in media outlets such as Fox News and NPR, suggesting that both left-wing and right-wing biases exist. The author criticizes NPR for its handling of the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation proceedings, arguing that it failed to adequately report on allegations against Kavanaugh and instead focused on other aspects of the story. The article raises concerns about the impact of media bias on the democratic process and the ability of the public to make informed decisions. This text discusses the biased reporting and lack of journalistic integrity displayed by NPR and other media outlets during the confirmation hearings of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The author criticizes NPR for
- Subjects
FREEDOM of expression; DISINFORMATION; BIDEN, Joe, 1942-; KAVANAUGH, Brett Michael, 1965-; UNITED States. Executive Office of the President; INTERNET content moderation; SOCIAL media; CLIMATE change skepticism; FAKE news
- Publication
University of the Pacific Law Review, 2024, Vol 55, Issue 2, p185
- ISSN
2379-4895
- Publication type
Article