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Do social media threaten democracy? – Scandal, outrage and politics

by Lee Bryant | Nov 5, 2017

Social media giants Facebook, Google, and Twitter, once hailed as champions of democracy, are now under scrutiny for their role in spreading fake news. The platforms, initially seen as tools for promoting open dialogue and political engagement, have become conduits...
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