Why Misinformation Works: The Psychology Behind Climate Disinformation
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Why does misinformation spread like wildfire—and why is it so hard to correct? Climate communication researchers John Cook (University of Melbourne) and Dominik A. Stecula (Colorado State University) explain the psychology of misinformation, drawing on years of research around climate denial, political polarization, and media dynamics.
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Climate Obstruction: A Global Assessment
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