Election 2020

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February 26, 2020 8:49 AM

Clyburn endorses Biden ahead of South Carolina primary

Clyburn is a top House Democrat and one of the most influential African Americans in South Carolina politics. Biden said Clyburn had voice of "moral clarity."

by Susan Davis

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February 26, 2020 5:27 AM

Debate takeaways: Bernie bruised but not broken

Everyone ganged up on Bernie Sanders during the latest Democratic presidential debate. But Mike Bloomberg didn't get away unscathed. Elizabeth Warren struggled to differentiate herself from Sanders. And moderate Democrats still can't seem to agree on a strategy to slow the front-runner's momentum.

by The Associated Press

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February 25, 2020 6:30 PM

Democrats debate ahead of South Carolina primary

Bernie Sanders is under pressure from many rivals for the cost of his agenda, his past record on guns, whether his nomination would cost the Democratic Party seats in Congress, as well as other issues.

by NPR Staff

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February 25, 2020 6:55 AM

Trump says Sotomayor, Ginsburg should recuse themselves from cases involving him

The president's remarks came in apparent reference to a dissent by Justice Sotomayor who wrote that the government had claimed "one emergency after another" to seek an "unprecedented number of" stays.

by Krishnadev Calamur

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February 25, 2020 4:24 AM

5 things to watch for in Tuesday's South Carolina Democratic debate

A lot is on the line in the 2020 primary debate. It might be the last chance for moderates to slow Bernie Sanders' momentum. And who comes out better — Joe Biden or Michael Bloomberg? Here's a guide.

by Domenico Montanaro

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

Seeing isn’t always believing: How to spot fake, edited images online

For the most part, high-quality image manipulation will be impossible to detect, especially when using the naked eye. However, there are some best practices to follow when you’re suspecting an image might not be legitimate.

by Cody Nelson

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to tell if a political poll is credible

Polls have long been a standard-issue tool of election year prognostication. But can you trust them? Here are some tips on becoming a savvy poll-reader.

by Craig Helmstetter and Sara Porter

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to vet a news source

With more news outlets than ever online, it’s crucial to evaluate the source of information before taking it into consideration. Here are five questions to test a news site’s credibility.

by Cody Nelson

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to speak disinformation: A glossary of terms

If you want to navigate disinformation, you’ll have to learn the language. Here’s a guide to some of the jargon you’ll likely hear when people talk about disinformation campaigns.

by Catharine Richert

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February 25, 2020 4:00 AM

How to spot a 'deepfake' video

“Deepfakes” are a high-tech way to fool voters, and experts are warning social media users to be on the watch. Here are some tips for spotting this latest tool of disinformation.

by Catharine Richert

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