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Is social media being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states? Is social media being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states?
Yes, social media is being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states Yes, social media is being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states
No, social media is not being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states No, social media is not being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states
During the 2016 US election polarising content was concentrated in swing states During the 2016 US election polarising content was concentrated in swing states
Social media has made it easier to target specific areas anonymously Social media has made it easier to target specific areas anonymously
Disinformation was circulated online during the 2020 presidential primaries Disinformation was circulated online during the 2020 presidential primaries
Lies surrounding coronavirus are being spread to stop voters from showing up Lies surrounding coronavirus are being spread to stop voters from showing up
Foreign states have attempted to influence the 2020 election Foreign states have attempted to influence the 2020 election
Celebrity endorsements are influencing voter opinions Celebrity endorsements are influencing voter opinions
The majority of Americans were not exposed to fake news during the 2016 election The majority of Americans were not exposed to fake news during the 2016 election
Voter suppression is a myth Voter suppression is a myth
Social media’s influence on voters is exaggerated Social media’s influence on voters is exaggerated
Twitter is robust to the spread of fake news Twitter is robust to the spread of fake news
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Is social media being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states?
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Yes, social media is being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states

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Lies surrounding coronavirus are being spread to stop voters from showing up

Social media is being used to target the disenfranchised in swing states. Lies surrounding coronavirus are being used to target elderly and vulnerable voters from showing up to vote.
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The Argument

Lies surrounding the coronavirus pandemic are being spread to stop voters from showing up. For example, on Super Tuesday, some Tweets were circulated stating things like: “warning that everyone over age 60 that #coronavirus has been reported at ALL polling locations for #SuperTuesday.”[1] The misinformation spanned the political spectrum, with some Republican supporters circulating misinformation about the risk of catching coronavirus in California's polling places and Biden voters being at risk. Michael Berry, a conservative Texas talk show host tweeted: “Biden supporters should stay away from public places during this time of Wuhan sickliness. Like polling places. Please stay home."[1] Fears about coronavirus are concerning not only for older voters, but also for the older Americans who make up the bulk of volunteers and paid workers for polling places on election days.

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People will not fall for lies surrounding coronavirus to prevent them from showing up to vote in the US elections. They understand the risks surrounding the virus and will take the necessary precautions in order to remain safe.

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  1. https://www.thedailybeast.com/trolls-exploit-coronavirus-fears-for-super-tuesday-fun
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