Combatting Disinformation

Here’s how to spot the difference between misinformation and disinformation. Share this post to spread the word! 

Disinformation misleads voters and hurts our democracy.

Make sure you fact-check before sharing information!

Stay strong and use best practices: don’t engage with online accounts that provoke emotional reactions to spread disinformation.

Amplify accurate, positive information that unites, not divides.

❌ Don’t share or comment on disinfo; it boosts visibility.

✅Focus on amplify accurate, positive information that unites, not divides.

Spreading misinformation is dangerous and counterproductive! The best thing you can do when you see false information on social media is ignore it. 

Don’t fall for it.

Bad actors are out there spreading disinformation to sow trouble that only benefits them.

Think about that before you share something divisive.

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Try sharing the positive stuff that unites us.

Look beyond the distractions of online trolls.

It’s a trap. Bad actors want you to react to their disinformation so it spreads.

Look out for emotional triggers! 

Let’s work together to stop the spread of disinformation.

You don’t want to add to the fire by sharing or commenting on a post.

It's called rage bait and doom-scrolling for a reason. Stay sharp while you scroll!

Bad actors are out there sharing false information – sometimes even impersonating trustworthy sources.

If it sounds off or feels sus, double-check the source.

Listen to your gut. Disinformation can sometimes be designed to get an emotional response from you. Check with reliable sources before resharing it.

Here's your friendly reminder that disinformation spreads with intent.

Follow these sources to slow down its spread:

✅  @snopes

✅ @politifact

​✅ @factcheckdotorg

Disinformation is used to purposely mislead & manipulate. Double-check your source’s intent and pause before you share!

Disinformation intentionally misleads voters and hurts our democracy. 

Make sure you’re fact-checking your posts, and if you see disinformation online, don’t interact with it in any way.

Don’t fall for it.

Bad actors are out there spreading disinformation to sow trouble that only benefits them.

Think about that before you share something divisive.

Misinformation spreads fast, let’s make sure the truth spreads faster. Share facts, not fear. #FactCheck #SpreadFacts #MediaLiteracy