The article examines the role of hacktivists in countering misinformation on social media platforms. It explores how, despite the challenges posed by a low cost of disseminating misinformation, community involvement and grassroots efforts are essential for promoting accurate information. Hacktivists suggest that traditional media and social platforms struggle to manage misinformation effectively and emphasize the importance of collective action for maintaining healthy online discourse. Their views highlight the ethical implications and necessity of reclaiming information from political influences to foster public understanding.
"it is hard for social media platforms to keep up with removing it, so people stepping in to help is going to be of critical importance" [ P13] for preserving a healthy discourse.
The mobilization for "justice and truth as a cause" [ P15] is important not just for curbing misinformation but "reclaiming information back from the political hold".
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