Strategies for Combating Political Misinformation: The 2024 Elections

As we approach the 2024 US elections, political misinformation remains critically important. Building on the discussions from last fall, the M.S. in Strategic Communication and M.S. in Political Analytics programs are hosting a follow-up panel. This event will delve deeper into the factors that influence the spread and impact of misinformation on beliefs and explore strategies for effectively combating it. Our panel features leading experts in strategic communication, public opinion research, political psychology, and media, providing valuable insights and practical approaches to address this pressing issue.

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET

Italian Academy, Columbia University

1161 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10027

RSVP by Friday, September 13, 2024

Speakers:

Josie Cox (moderator), Author of Women Money Power; Associate Faculty, Columbia University School of Professional Studies (SPS)

Bradley Honan, CEO & President, Honan Strategy Group

Tamar Mitts, Assistant Professor of International and Public Affairs, Columbia University School of International Public Affairs (SIPA)

Yamil Ricardo Velez, Assistant Professor of Political Science, Columbia University

Andrew Whitehouse, Associate Faculty, Columbia University School of Professional Studies (SPS); Senior Partner, Penta Group

For further information please contact Charlene Perilla-Iqbal (cp2746 [[at]] columbia [[dot]] edu).

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• CUID holders: a government-issued ID and active Columbia University ID
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