CBS Reports

Fake News, Real Consequences: The Woman Fighting Misinformation (4x10)

Air date: Jun 27, 2019

As the 2016 U.S. election illustrated, social media has become a powerful tool for disinformation and propaganda. Today, the Philippines is center stage in that battle as its government leverages platforms like Facebook to combat its critics - particularly the media. And, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to consolidate power, many wonder if democracy in the U.S. is at risk.