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Fractured America: The Damage Caused by False Information and Conspiracy Theories

by John Allen

How misinformation can fracture public trust

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How misinformation can fracture public trust

John Allen examines the consequences of misinformation and conspiracy theories in the United States, connecting their spread to declining trust in institutions and democracy. The book also addresses health-related effects, including how false claims about medications and vaccines can contribute to untreated illness and preventable deaths. Its scope brings civic trust and public health into one discussion of the damage misinformation can cause.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Teens and young adults interested in media studies and misinformation.
  • Readers exploring how conspiracy theories can affect civic institutions and public health.

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Misinformation and conspiracy theoriesTrust in institutions and democracyHealth misinformation

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Book overview

Misinformation and conspiracy theories can have serious consequences in America, causing people to lose faith in institutions and democracy. False information about medications and vaccines can lead to untreated illness and unnecessary deaths. This book looks at the problems caused by the spread of false information and reckless conspiracy theories.
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