The Role of Disinformation and Fake News in Democracies

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In several elections around the world, the impact of fake news and disinformation has been a topic of great concern. The manipulation of information on social media affects trust in the democratic process and can influence election results. What can governments do to protect democracy without infringing on freedom of expression?

 

[Augusta]

World over when people are fed with fake news it is always to the detriment of the masses as they would be misinformed

 

[Stardom22]

Most governments for the people and by the people often face so many challenges as everyone is obligated to say anything that they wish concerning the governments. Therefore it's very easier to have so many cases of fake news.

 

[Augusta]

Yes, freedom of speech give the opportunity for some people to be misinformed as some outlets might just be carrying fake news

 

[Stardom22]

I have realized that the democratic kind of governments is not fit for the poor countries so to speak. Countries like USA for instance is very great to use that style of the governments.

 

[Augusta]

We as humans need to also always verified the information we consumed. As we know they are a lot of fake news outlet online