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Truth, Propaganda, and Free Speech (I need 5 unique copies for this assignment mine and my other 4 classmates )Truth, Propaganda, and Conspiracy Theories Assignment
Conspiracy Theories:
- Watch:https://youtu.be/hDXJ9OUco04?si=pMnfBFFp9FZDUwAkLinks to an external site.
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Propaganda and Social Engineering:
- First, watch Cambridge Analytica’s short “What We Do” Video:https://youtu.be/zjvy9fFQsEw?si=yrH9RpyUsR2M2_iKLinks to an external site.
Fully answer these questions on your own document.
1) W.K. Clifford argues that “it is wrong always, everywhere, and for anyone, to believe anything upon insufficient evidence.” Do you agree? Should we hold ordinary people morally responsible for what they believe when the information environment is manipulated or deceptive?
2) Should it be legal for companies like Cambridge Analytica to utilize data to spread fake stories to influence behavior/opinions? Is this them exercising their free speech? Does this undermine democracy? Fully defend your answer.
3) What is the difference between bullshit and a lie, according to Harry Frankfurt? Why does Frankfurt think BS is more dangerous to society than lies?
4) Who should be in charge of content moderation concerning fake news? In other words, who should control what is considered a lie/false and what is true? Social media companies, the government, nobody? Defend your answer.