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Fake News, Real Consequences: The Woman Fighting Misinformation

S4 · E10 · 27 Jun 2019 · 23 min

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As the 2016 U.S. election illustrated, social media has become a powerful tool for disinformation and propaganda. Today, the Philippines is center stage in that battle as its government leverages platforms like Facebook to combat its critics — particularly the media. And, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to consolidate power, many wonder if democracy in the U.S. is at risk.