Disinformation Disguised as “Breaking News”

“Doing real journalism is difficult and takes time. But producing falsehoods of almost any sort is comparatively easy and quick. But of all the tactics people use to spread misinformation, pushing out evidence-free assertions might require the least amount of effort. While this tactic is popular, it is also easy to spot and debunk. Just remember to check your sources, look for evidence and slow your scroll on social media to allow time for credible information to emerge.” Newslit.org October 10, 2024. Also check out the Misinformation Dashboard. Better yet, subscribe to the News Literacy Project Newsletter!