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64% of Voters Fact-Check Politicians Online [STUDY]
Have you ever heard a politician make a claim you just couldn't believe, so you turned to Google or Wikipedia for the truth? You're far from alone -- 64% of "persuadable voters" use the Internet to fact-check political candidates, according to a recent study.
The study also found that a majority of persuadable voters in several battleground states -- 58% -- are using the Internet to look up candidates' voting records or stances on the important issues of the day. 49% are getting their regular fill of election news online, and 53% said the Internet provides them "with the information they need."
"The Internet is an increasingly important resource when it comes to getting information…
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