By Burt Glass An overwhelming majority (72%) of Americans across political parties believe it is acceptable for social media platforms to remove inaccurate information about public health issues, according to a new opinion survey from Boston University. The survey, designed by researchers at the Communication Research Center at the university’s College of Communication, found that […]
By Burt Glass Americans surveyed just before the presidential election held stronger negative emotions about Donald Trump than Kamala Harris, running counter to the results days later, according to the latest survey by Boston University’s College of Communication. Nearly half of respondents said they would describe their feelings about Trump as “disgusted” (48%) or “repulsed” […]
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Americans Expect Social Media Content Moderation By: Michelle Amazeen In an age where misinformation spreads at the speed of a click, the announcement by Meta—formerly Facebook—to abandon its partnership with independent fact-checking organizations raises urgent questions. Meta’s decision comes at a critical juncture, as the U.S. faces an era where disinformation campaigns—often amplified by political […]
By Chris ‘Chao’ Su, Ph.D As one of the co-organizers of the 2024 ICA Preconference, “Reimagining Digital Activism: Navigating Complexities and Forging New Perspectives”, I had the privilege of working with a diverse and dynamic group of scholars, practitioners, and students. The event, held at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Center in Australia on […]
The Fall 2024 Semester in Review By: Michelle Amazeen December marks the conclusion of another bustling semester for the CRC which kicked off with our inaugural open house co-hosted with the Center for Innovation in Social Science. We also celebrated the 15-year milestone of our Colloquium Series, which consists of monthly research presentations that highlight […]
By Violet Li The inaugural CRC Faculty Research Seed Grants, awarded last Spring, have provided essential support for innovative projects advancing communication scholarship. These grants foster inter-departmental collaboration and address pressing societal issues, showcasing the power of research to make meaningful contributions. As we look ahead to the next round of funding in Spring 2025, […]
Election 2024 Debrief: Insights from Communication Research By: Michelle Amazeen Since November 5th, there has been ongoing reflection on why the election ultimately favored Trump, particularly given his frequent use of misleading or false claims. For those who study media and communication, the link between misinformation and voting behavior is concerning. A Reuters/Ipsos poll found […]