Understanding Disinformation in Elections

The video discusses a mayoral election where disinformation is a threat. Joanna B. Greene supports renewable energy, while Stannis Quo opposes it and may use disinformation to win. The video explores strategies to combat disinformation, including understanding tactics like confirmation bias and fake accounts. It emphasizes the importance of community organizing and equipping citizens with tools to recognize and counter false information.

What is the main issue at stake in the mayoral election?

• Tax reforms

• Education funding

• Healthcare improvements

• Renewable energy reliance

What role does the municipal cybersecurity expert play in the election?

• Preventing disinformation

• Counting votes

• Campaigning for a candidate

• Monitoring polling stations

What is one effective method to combat disinformation?

• Encouraging critical thinking about disinformation strategies

• Spreading counter-rumors

• Ignoring false information

• Blocking all social media

Which bias can be exploited in a disinformation campaign?

• Recency bias

• Confirmation bias

• Anchoring bias

• Availability bias

What is a potential target group for disinformation in the election?

• Local business owners

• Middle-aged professionals

• Young voters

• Senior citizens

What is a tactic used to mislead voters about voting methods?

• Providing free transportation to polls

• Offering voting incentives

• Encouraging early voting

• Directing them to vote via text

How can disinformation be spread effectively on social media?

• By promoting verified news sources

• By using fake accounts and engaging visuals

• By sharing personal stories

• By creating educational content

What kind of false accusations might be used against a candidate?

• Lying about their age

• Being a foreign agent

• Taking money from corrupt sources

• Having a criminal record

What is the effect of media coverage on disinformation?

• It always debunks false claims

• It has no effect

• It prevents the spread of rumors

• It can legitimize false claims

What is a key strategy to combat disinformation in the community?

• Trusting only one news source

• Ignoring the false information

• Relying on government intervention

• Community organizing and sharing insights