Hey Yuxin,
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I completely agree that in many cases people tend to neglect the importance of understanding their audience as well as how vital fact checking is. In a world where faster media converge is often valued more than thorough research, I think it’s hard to completely avoid spreading false news. However, I think if more people start cross referencing sources before sharing a post on their Instagram story or sending it to friends, it could be a good start at training oneself to be more selective with regard to the media outlets they get their information from. In turn, perhaps it could create encompassing change by holding news outlets accountable for their lack of research. What are your thoughts?
Sincerely,
Kathy Luu