Media

How is government approval affected by an increased use of the internet and social media? What is the role of alternative facts in political campaigning? And is it easier for populist parties to gain support in this new setting? One of the world’s most prominent researchers within this field visits SNS to talk about the interplay between politics, social media and fake news.

During 2015-2016, Sweden welcomed many asylum-seekers. What effect did this have on the consumption of news about refugees and their situation? What...

The political polarization has increased in both the US and other Western democracies. Does social media contribute to this trend? Participants Matthew...