Welcome to our blog series: “Misinformation & Extremism in America.” We’re living in an age where truth is harder to find than ever. One minute you’re watching a video your friend sent, and the next thing you know, you're neck-deep in a wild theory about lizard people controlling the government. Sound familiar? But this isn't just about quirky internet...

Fascism, a term loaded with historical and emotional weight, has been a contentious subject in American political discourse. Traditionally associated with far-right authoritarian regimes in Europe, the concept has occasionally surfaced in discussions about American politics, particularly within the Republican Party. This article explores the historical and contextual relationship between...

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Today, we’re diving into the real-world impact of misinformation on social media, particularly Facebook. How did a made-up story lead someone to bring a gun into a pizza shop? What really fueled the Capitol riot? We explore the thin line between lies online and violence offline. It’s tempting to scroll past a conspiracy theory or laugh off a wild comment section. But...

Recently in a few of the local Facebook groups I read, I’ve noticed something in my newsfeed that is both irking and alarming. Some people (many of whom I don’t know in person) are using Facebook as a virtual clothesline to air their dirty laundry. I’ve seen grown women rip their boyfriend’s exes to shreds through status updates, guys do the same thing about the ladies...