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The Daily PollPoll: Are you worried about the spread of fake news?
From Pizzagate to Trump, how real is the threat?
THERE’S BEEN INCREASING concern about the spread of fake news online.
Websites that are often set up in far-flung corners of the world, making up headlines to generate traffic through Facebook.
A ‘pizzagate’ conspiracy that fabricated a link between Hillary Clinton and a paedophile ring recently led to a shooting in Washington DC.
Furthermore, made up conspiracies have also been cited as a major help for Donald Trump’s election. Do you think these fears are real or are they overblown?
Our question, Are you worried about the spread of fake news?
Poll Results:
Yes, it's very worrying (3465)
No, it's not a big problem (2966)
Yes, a little worried (1495)
Don't know (365)
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