TRUST INDEX: A pair of popular memes make unfounded claims about border situation
With an increase in media coverage and attention to the rise in migrant crossings into the United States, the use of social media and memes has also increased, many of which, mischaracterize whatโs happening on the border.
How computational propaganda has played a role during the pandemic and elections
SAN ANTONIO Computational propaganda can be thought of negatively, but it can also be used to spread important messages during a pandemic, according to Trinity University professor Aaron Delwiche. Today, computational propaganda is a new form of propaganda using a combination of bots, sock puppets, data mining, geofencing, and other digital technology to fine-tune and target propaganda messages, Delwiche said. Delwiche said computational propaganda has played a crucial role in educating people about the coronavirus. Some people or countries can use computational propaganda to influence the election by distorting issues and spreading misinformation. You can watch Delwiches full interview in the above player.
Trinity University professor explores role of propaganda on November general election
SAN ANTONIO โ Voters are expected to head to the polls in possible record numbers for the November election. One issue KSAT 12 News is looking into ahead of the election is what role propaganda will play in the presidential race โ especially when it comes to social media posts. KSAT 12 News anchor Steve Spriester talked with an expert about this issue during a livestream Friday. Steve and Trinity Professor Aaron Delwiche discussed computational propaganda, COVID-19 and the assault on democracy. You can watch livestream in its entirety in the video player above.