Disinformation is tearing apart the fabric of American society. In “Attack from Within” (2024), legal scholar Barbara McQuade dives deep into the unparalleled threat that disinformation poses to democracy. Using the January 6 Capitol riot as a starting point, McQuade dissects how falsehoods, often amplified by political figures, have led to societal division, violence, and the erosion of democratic values. From historical authoritarian tactics to modern-day technological manipulation, this insightful book calls for empathetic discourse and an unwavering commitment to the truth.
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