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Study Reveals Political Parties' Misinformation Tactics During Pandemic

7/28/2025

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A recent study delves into the spread of misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on supporters of four major Polish political parties: Law and Justice, Civic Platform, Confederation, and The Left. Analyzing tweets, researchers uncovered striking differences in each party's engagement with pandemic narratives, shaped by their political beliefs and attitudes towards misinformation.

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A recent study delves into the spread of misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on supporters of four major Polish political parties: Law and Justice, Civic Platform, Confederation, and The Left. Analyzing tweets, researchers uncovered striking differences in each party's engagement with pandemic narratives, shaped by their political beliefs and attitudes towards misinformation.