Fake news stories are posted and relayed on social media—sometimes reaching audiences that rival major news outlets. A recent Pew Research Center study reveals that fake news stories caused “a great deal of confusion” in the 2016 election. What’s more, many people who see fake-news stories report that they believe them. Did “fake news” influence the outcome of the presidential election? And what impact do false or misleading stories have on our democracy? We’ll discuss that with fake-news expert Craig Silverman, Media Editor of Buzzfeed News.
Take Note: Fake News; Real Consequences With BuzzFeed's Craig Silverman
