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2024 Election Misinformation: A Bipartisan Problem?
Analysis of misinformation and conspiracy theories surrounding the 2024 election, comparing left-wing and right-wing narratives and the role of social media.
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PoliticsUs PoliticsElectionSocial MediaMisinformationConspiracy
NewsguardInstitute For Strategic DialogueNbc NewsCisaFbi
Donald TrumpKamala HarrisElon MuskSam HowardMax Read
- What is the potential future impact of left-leaning election denialism?
- Experts warn that while the current left-leaning election denialism might be a passing phase, its potential to gain traction warrants attention. The ease of finding and accepting simple explanations during times of uncertainty is a cross-ideological phenomenon.
- How does the spread of misinformation from the left compare to that from the right?
- The left-leaning election denialism, while present, is significantly less organized and influential than its right-wing counterpart. Lack of infrastructure and buy-in from mainstream media and elected officials limit its spread and impact.
- What specific examples of false claims related to Elon Musk and Starlink were circulated?
- Several false narratives circulated, including claims that Starlink manipulated vote counts and that Kamala Harris' campaign suggested a recount. These claims were unsubstantiated and lacked evidence.
- What were some of the key false narratives spread on social media following the 2024 election?
- Following the 2024 election, misinformation spread on social media platforms from both Democrats and Republicans. NewsGuard identified numerous accounts and websites disseminating false claims about election irregularities and conspiracies involving Elon Musk and Starlink.
- What actions did social media platforms take in response to the spread of election misinformation?
- Social media platforms like TikTok and X took down some of the videos and posts spreading misinformation, acting in line with their policies against electoral interference. However, some false information persists.