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“Falsehood flies, and the truth comes limping after it” 😲
That’s not just an old saying. Research shows it’s true on social media too!
Misinformation tends to be a lot more engaging than truthful information. Keep reading to find out more!
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“Falsehood flies, and the truth comes limping after it.”
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That’s not just an old saying. Research shows it’s true on social media too!
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