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Misinformation on Climate and Meat Pushed by Russian-Backed Influencers in U.S.
One right wing influencer pushes meat and misinformation.
Thumbnail for Benny Johnson’s video titled “UN DEMANDS USA ‘Eat Less MEAT!’ | Americans REVOLT: ‘Come And STEAK It!’” In the report, the climate disinformation researchers looked at 69 websites and social media accounts belonging to Tenet Media and its founders, Lauren Chen and Liam Donovan, and six affiliated content creators, from September 1, 2023, to September 23, 2024. Some examples include mocking prominent climate activists, such as Greta Thunberg, as well as standing up against “disruptive” lifestyle changes, like replacing gas stoves with electric models, and eating less meat. Eating a more plant-forward, less meat-heavy diet is one of the most effective forms of individual climate action, according to Project Drawdown, a non-profit aiming to help the world reduce carbon emissions.
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