Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's announcement to eliminate fact-checking on Facebook is poised to exacerbate challenges in areas known as news deserts, where local news outlets have dwindled. Experts highlight that underserved communities, relying on social media for news, will face increased exposure to misinformation. Analysts like Lucas Graves emphasize the detrimental impact this will have, as these areas often turn to unreliable sources. Additionally, the Medill Local News Initiative has documented significant populations in counties without consistent, trustworthy news coverage, exacerbating existing media literacy issues.
"It's absolutely correct that it's in areas that are underserved by professional journalism that this move will have the harshest impact."
"I think anywhere where there's a lack of access to news and to high-quality education, including media literacy, there are going to be problems."
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