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How do misinformation and fake news affect voters

If people are getting inaccurate information they cannot make informed decisions in democracies.
If people are getting inaccurate information they cannot make informed decisions in democracies.
Monday 10 June 2024 | 3 minutes 30 seconds

Dr Nick Anstead of the Department of Media and Communications at LSE explains today's new information environment, its impact in politics in the UK and elsewhere, and how we can regulate it.

Explore our dedicated hub showcasing LSE research and commentary on global politics in a year of elections: https://www.lse.ac.uk/Research/global-politics This #LSEFestival event will discuss the importance of trust for a functioning society here.