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Chapter 12 – Knowledge and Disinformation – Cambridge University Press
12.1 Information and Disinformation
Philosophers of information, as well as information and communication scientists, have traditionally focused their efforts in three main directions: offering an analysis of information, a way to measure it, and investigating prospects for analysing epistemic states – such as knowledge and justified belief – in terms of information.Source
Beyond online disinformation: assessing national information resilience
Around 2017, the disinformation scene changed dramatically as a new narrative consisting of overt distrust in established political parties and hatred of the EU and liberal democracy in general…
Lutte contre la désinformation: les clés de la résistance des citoyens
Face à la montée en puissance de la désinformation et de la haine en ligne, le journaliste français Salomé Sacéné propose des pistes de béton pour résister.Il met en évidence l’importance de s’enquérir correctement et de maintenir le dialogue,même sur des terrains numériques hostiles. Réunion à l’occasion de…
Current date: 2025-0…g that the network had become “a propaganda tool at the donald Trump campaign”. However, faced with the spread of disinformation on other major platforms such as Facebook, Instagram or Tiktok, its position has evolved. “We can’t just leave public space and all social networks,” she explains.
She now chooses to stay on these networks to “continue to lead the battle as long as it is possible”, while recognizing that the land becomes more and more unfavorable.
Build alternatives
The journalist highlights the importance of developing alternatives to major social networks. It mentions the Bluesky platform, but especially insists on the need to create “networks in real life”. “It will really become a need to have networks next to it, that is to say a strong associative fabric” , she explains. “It can be unionism, it can simply be the fact of meeting in a room and talking to each other.”
joy as an act of resistance
Salomé Sacé concludes by emphasizing the importance of joy in commitment. “I insist on the need to incorporate joy into any type of commitment,” she says.
For the journalist, joy is not naive but “essential”. she sees it as an engine and a form of resistance to a “especially gloomy reactionary world”. “We defend a world where we have the right to be happy,” she concludes, recalling that joy can be a powerful tool for mobilization and resistance.
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Chapter 12 - Knowledge and Disinformation: Insights from Cambridge University Press
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The exploration of knowledge and disinformation has been a central theme in philosophical and scientific discourse. Scholars in the field have traditionally focused on three key areas: providing an analysis of information, developing methods to measure it, and investigating the connection between information and epistemic states such as knowledge and justified belief. This multidimensional approach aims to deepen our understanding of how information influences our cognitive and societal landscapes.
Beyond Online Disinformation: Assessing National Information Resilience
In 2017, the disinformation landscape underwent a significant transformation. New narratives characterized by overt distrust in established political structures and a general animosity towards the EU and liberal democracy emerged. This shift has led to a heightened need to assess the resilience of nations in the face of such challenges, ensuring they are better equipped to counter the spread of misinformation and maintain societal stability.
Resisting Disinformation: Key Strategies for Citizens
Facing an increase in online disinformation and hate speech,French journalist Salomé sacéné offers practical steps for resistance.She stresses the importance of accurate inquiry and maintaining dialog, even in contentious environments. According to Sacéné, these actions are essential for preserving democratic values and fostering a more informed and engaged society.
Joy as an Act of Resistance
Sacéné emphasizes the role of joy in commitment, noting it is not naive but crucial. She views joy as a driving force and a form of resistance against a gloomy reactionary world. For Sacéné, joy serves as a powerful tool for mobilization and resistance, affirming our right to happiness and dampening the adverse effects of disinformation.
For the journalist, joy is an essential component of any form of commitment. “I insist on the need to incorporate joy into any type of commitment,” she says. Joy is seen as an engine and a form of resistance to an especially gloomy reactionary world. “We defend a world where we have the right to be happy,” she concludes, highlighting that joy can be a potent tool for mobilization and resistance.
The insights shared by Sacéné underscore the importance of joy as an act of resistance. By fostering joy within democratic engagement, we can create a more resilient and vibrant society capable of withstanding the challenges posed by disinformation.
