Understanding Perceptions and Attitudes toward Genetically Modified Organisms on Twitter
The paper makes a distinction between GMO discussions by laypeople and organizational entities on Twitter. Using text classifiers, topic modeling, and sentiment analysis, it addresses questions about popular topics, changes over time,…
The fake news that sealed the fate of Antony and Cleopatra
One of the most notable examples of propaganda was during the decline of the Roman Republic when Octavian, later known as Augustus Caesar rose to triumph as the first Roman emperor by…
Donald Trump is waging a war on reality — so far, reality is losing
O’Hehir criticizes Trump’s deceitful public statements for creating a world of lies, which he believes undermines the legitimacy of politics.
It’s complicated.
The article explores misinformation by breaking down various types of fake content, the motivations behind their creation, and the ways they are disseminated.
Anatomy of dissent: A cultural analysis of climate skepticism.
This article reveals the influence of historical tensions and unfavorable experiences with environmentalism and climate modeling, leading some scientists to side with the antienvironmental movement, ultimately impacting climate science politics.
Anti-reflexivity
The authors argue that scholars of reflexive modernization should pay more attention to anti-reflexivity forces, including agenda control, institutional capture, legitimacy attacks, and policy paralysis, as understanding these is important for societal…
The politicization of climate change and polarization in the American public’s views of global warming, 2001–2010
The article examines political polarization regarding climate change within the American public and finds that liberals and Democrats are more likely than conservatives and Republicans to hold beliefs consistent with the scientific…
Talking points ammo: The use of neoliberal think tank fantasy themes to delegitimise scientific knowledge of climate change in Australian newspapers.
The article examines the anti-climate science narratives promoted by the Institute of Public Affairs (IPA), an Australian neoliberal think tank. It also investigates how these narratives are disseminated into the news media,…
Information warfare and new organizational landscapes: An inquiry into the ExxonMobil–Greenpeace dispute over climate change.
The article explores how organizations like ExxonMobil and Greenpeace have become more attuned to their informational environment and utilize information warfare tactics to influence public perceptions on climate change, increasing possibilities for…
Think tank networks and the knowledge–interest nexus: The case of climate change.
By utilizing a novel strategy, this book provides a detailed exploration into the role of theory, history, and contemporary practice of public relations in shaping communication strategies across various sectors and contexts.
