The Rise of Fake News

The video explores the evolving relationship between media and politics, highlighting the shift from a top-down model to a more participatory one influenced by social media. It discusses the differences between right-wing and center-left media, emphasizing the partisan nature of newer media sources. The role of disinformation and fake news in political campaigns is examined, along with the vulnerability of mainstream media to such tactics. The video also touches on the impact of social media in shaping political narratives and the challenges of distinguishing fake news from legitimate stories.

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