It’s time to talk about misinformation. You already know it’s all around us but understanding how to spot it and defend against it is one of the most important parts of being an informed and active voter.
What Is the Difference Between Disinformation and Misinformation?
- Disinformation is false information that is deliberately created and shared by people to knowingly cause harm — like, say, Russian actors trying to meddle in a U.S. election.
- Misinformation is also false information, but the people sharing it don’t realize it’s fraudulent — like, say, your uncle sharing a questionable meme on Facebook. Systematic disinformation campaigns can become misinformation when users go on to accept and share false messages without knowing it.
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