Tag: Fake News

Social networks and unofficial channels work as a platform to spread this news A wave of fake news and conspiracy theories swept the social media of Brazilians in every election for more than five years. The flood of "fake news" ahead of Sunday's presidential election returned with such force that it provoked harsh reactions from the judicial authorities. They are a concern in Brazil, because the count must be tight and any vote can be considered a victory at the polls. Former leftist president Lula da Silva leads all polls, but...