The study from the Pew Research Center highlights a concerning trend where a growing number of young Americans are turning to social media influencers for their news, with a notable preponderance of male influencers who lean conservative. It calls to mind the vocal influencers who have taken center stage during elections, seemingly shaping public opinion with their often unfiltered comments. However, these so-called ‘news influencers’ often lack the professional journalism skills, weaving their personal opinions into current events and sometimes presenting opinions as factual, raising doubts about the accuracy of their information.
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