How Asian and Latino voters are being targeted by disinformation ahead of the 2024 election

How Asian and Latino voters are being targeted by disinformation ahead of the 2024 election

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

University

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the growing issue of disinformation targeting communities of color, particularly Asian and Latino Americans, who face language barriers in accessing reliable information. It highlights the efforts of individuals like Boy, who translate political news to combat false narratives. Experts note that misinformation often starts in English and spreads to other languages, impacting voter perceptions. The video emphasizes the importance of community efforts to provide accurate information ahead of elections.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant challenge faced by communities of color in accessing reliable information?

High cost of news subscriptions

Lack of interest in politics

Overabundance of information

Language barriers

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do Asian and Latino communities often turn to alternative media sources?

Language barriers prevent access to trustworthy sources

They are not interested in politics

They prefer entertainment over news

They distrust all media

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common characteristic of false information in Asian American communities?

It is primarily shared through newspapers

It starts in Vietnamese and spreads to English

It is usually about local events

It begins in English and is later translated

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising trend is observed among those who believe false information?

They rely solely on television for news

They have no access to the internet

They are highly interested in politics

They are generally uninterested in politics

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What narrative is often used to spread disinformation?

Social media is always reliable

All politicians are honest

Vaccines are completely safe

Elites are conspiring with media to hide the truth