Spot Bias and Manipulation
Recognize when media, ads, or people are trying to influence you unfairly. Stay in control of your own opinions.
Practice Topics
Quiz topics where you can practice and develop this skill.
Deepfakes Flood Democracy: 2024 Election Reality Check
Over 2,000 AI-generated deepfake videos circulated during 2024 global elections, from fake Biden robocalls to AI-generated hurricane disinformation.
Newsmax pays $67 million for spreading Trump's 2020 election lies as mail-in ballot ban looms
Conservative media outlet Newsmax agreed August 18, 2025, to pay Dominion Voting Systems $67 million for broadcasting false claims about rigged 2020 election, following Fox News's $787 million settlement. The admission of defamation comes as Trump announces plans to eliminate mail-in ballots nationwide, with Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy admitting privately that "everyone knew the election fraud claims were bullshit but ratings were too good."
Related Skills
Other skills in Media Literacy that complement this one.
Check If Sources Are Real
Verify whether news sources and websites are trustworthy. Essential for school research and avoiding fake news.
Fact-Check Claims
Use reliable methods to verify if something is true. Protect yourself from misinformation everywhere.
Read Charts and Stats
Understand graphs, statistics, and data presentations. Useful for school projects and informed decisions.
Find Original Sources
Track down where information actually comes from. Great research skill for any project.
Evaluate Online Information
Judge whether websites, social media posts, and online claims are reliable. Stay safe and informed online.
Understand Media Business Models
Know how news outlets make money and how that affects content. Critical thinking about information incentives.