Who knowingly shares false political information online?

Some people share misinformation accidentally, but others do so knowingly. To fully understand the spread of misinformation online, it is important to analyze those who purposely share it. Using a 2022 U.S. survey, we found that 14 percent of respondents reported knowingly sharing misinformation, and that these respondents were more likely to also report support

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Who knowingly shares false political information online?

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Why Do People Share Disinformation On Social Media?

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How should social media platforms combat misinformation and hate speech?

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