Defeat Disinformation

We must win the war on truth in order to secure our shared future

January 6 Hearings

Common Cause has provided summaries of each of the Jan. 6 hearings (click to read):

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Thursday, June 10th: Opening statements & never before seen footage

Monday, June 13th: Trump knew he lost, but pushed the Big Lie anyway

Thursday, June 16th: Trump's pressure campaign on Vice President Pence

Tuesday, June 21st: Trump asks state officials to break the law

Thursday, June 23rd: Trump pressures the Department of Justice

Tuesday, June 28th: Trump Admin. prior knowledge of Jan. 6 plans

Tuesday, July 12th: Trump knowingly spread lies about the 2020 election

Thursday, July 21st: Trump refused to call off the mob

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Learn How to Spot Disinfo Online

Being able to identify disinformation will help stop its spread. We will give you important tips on identifying and responding (spoiler alert: don't!) to misinformation, disinformation, and manipulation.

Learn About Media Literacy

Learning how to identify & use credible sources is important, but it can be fun! Use games and online courses to sharpen your skills!

We have compiled a library of informational films, video clips, and news segments that will help you understand the causes and effects of misinformation, disinformation, and manipulation.

It's Not Just About Ice Cream

The fate of the Choco Taco may seem like a silly thingto lie about, but when people fall for a lie telling them that something they enjoy was "cancelled," it stokes their false sense of grievance and contributes to the polarization and hostility in this country.