Conservative Media Is Hazardous To Your Health

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'New research explores how conservative media misinformation may have intensified the severity of the pandemic' WP

"The three studies paint a picture of a media ecosystem that entertains conspiracy theories and discourages audiences from taking steps to protect themselves and others"

"Coronavirus infections have surged in a number of states, setting the United States on a markedly different pandemic trajectory than other wealthy nations.

There are many reasons our response to the pandemic tied to nearly 120,000 U.S. deaths has faltered, experts say, including the lack of a cohesive federal policy, missteps on testing and tracing, and a national culture emphasizing individualism.

In recent weeks, three studies have focused on conservative media’s role in fostering confusion about the seriousness of the coronavirus. Taken together, they paint a picture of a media ecosystem that amplifies misinformation, entertains conspiracy theories and discourages audiences from taking concrete steps to protect themselves and others." WP

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Who knew that listening to Sean Hannity, Rush Limburger, Laura Ingraham, et al can be hazardous to your health and to everyone around you? All to praise and bolster the fragile ego of the Orange Menace and his cabal.