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How to fight extremist psychology with social media

How to fight extremist psychology with social media

Aired 09/27/2017

PBS News Hour

How to fight extremist psychology with social media

Clip: 9/27/2017 | 8m 22sVideo has Closed Captions

How to fight extremist psychology with social media

The internet and interconnectedness of the world has aided the spread of extremist ideologies like white supremacy. But researchers are seeking ways to turn social media into a megaphone for facts and alternative narratives as a way to turn people away from violence. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien reports.

Aired 09/27/2017

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