British Media Further Spreads Myth About ‘Students Identifying as Cats’
A leaked recording from a classroom has fueled an yet another imported (and already thoroughly debunked) strain of disinformation.
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Researchers: Nazi-Quoting ‘Moms’ Have Forged Ties to Other Right-Wing Groups
Moms for Liberty’s allies include groups ranging from the “Proud Boys” to the John Birch Society.
Experts Warn: ‘Freedom Convoy’ Supporters Now Pushing Anti-LGBTQ Movement
Going from protesting COVID-19 vaccination to attacking LGBTQ people is “not a big leap.”
Meta’s Zuckerberg Claims ‘Establishment’ Pushed for Censorship on COVID-19 Disinformation
The tech mogul said some purported disinformation ended up being “debatable or true.”
‘Eugenicist Victim Blaming’: Disability Experts Criticize Story Painting COVID-19 as Near ‘Endemic’
KGO-TV cited a source saying the U.S. should expect “100,000 to 250,000” seniors and immunocompromised deaths a year.
Target Caves to Weaponized Narratives, ‘Pulls’ Pride Items
After “more than a decade … celebrating Pride Month,” Target issued a statement indicating it was “removing items that have been at the center of the most significant confrontational behavior.”
Anti-Immigrant Claims Involving Homeless ‘Veterans’ Fall Apart
A New York state lawmaker has recanted allegations that came from a veterans’ group.
E. Jean Carroll Seeking New Damages From Trump After ‘Disgusting’ Comments on CNN
The news network was roundly criticized for platforming the disgraced former United States president.
Eric Adams Keeps Spreading Disinformation About ‘Fentanyl-Laced Cannabis’
The New York City mayor’s speeches commonly use the debunked claim.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Says Hospitals Can’t Be Forced to Push Ivermectin
The bogus COVID-19 “cure” had been promoted by Sen. Ron Johnson (R).