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Invisible Rulers: The Mechanics of Modern Propaganda with Renée DiResta
Wednesday September 25 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EDT
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Renée DiResta, expert in (mis)information in our digital age, joins Interintellect founder Anna Gát to explore how propaganda shapes our reality and what can be done to counter its influence. Don’t miss out!
Join this thought-provoking discussion featuring Renée DiResta, author of the groundbreaking book Invisible Rulers: The People Who Turn Lies into Reality. In Invisible Rulers, DiResta explores how modern propagandists position themselves as trustworthy figures while wielding enormous influence to create bespoke realities. This alternate system of shaping public opinion, driven by algorithms and online crowds, has profound implications for politics, culture, and society. The book uncovers how these invisible rulers deliberately undermine belief in the fundamental legitimacy of institutions, posing a significant threat to democratic processes and social cohesion.
Join an evening of deep insights into the hidden forces shaping our world, and learn how we can navigate and counteract the pervasive influence of modern propaganda. This SuperSalon is essential for anyone concerned about the future of truth, governance, and societal cohesion in the digital age.
Topics discussed will include:
- The mechanics of modern propaganda and its impact on public opinion.
- The role of influencers, algorithms, and online crowds in shaping reality.
- The consequences of undermining institutional legitimacy.
- Strategies for leaders to adapt and combat the influence of propagandists.
- The future of information warfare and its implications for democracy and society.
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About the author:
Renée DiResta is the former research manager at the Stanford Internet Observatory, a cross-disciplinary program of research, teaching, and policy engagement for the study of abuse in information technologies. Her work examines rumors and propaganda in the digital age. She is a contributor at The Atlantic. Her bylined writing has appeared in Wired, Foreign Affairs, Columbia Journalism Review, New York Times, Washington Post, Yale Review, The Guardian, POLITICO, Slate, and Noema, as well as many academic journals.
