The article discusses a paper by David Lazer and colleagues that examines the science of fake news, highlighting its definition as fabricated information mimicking real news. It explores how fake news influences individuals, the role of social media platforms in curbing its spread, and the need for a cultural shift towards valuing truth. Lazer and Baum, along with a diverse team of experts, underscore the urgency of addressing fake news, especially given the high exposure rates observed during critical political events, as reflected in pre-2016 election statistics.
The study highlights that individuals are often exposed to fake news, with estimates suggesting that average Americans encountered one to three articles from known publishers of fake news before the 2016 election.
The authors emphasize the importance of understanding how social media contributes to spreading misinformation and the potential measures to mitigate this issue.
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