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February 19, 2021

4. Americans who mainly got news via social media knew less about politics and current events, heard more about some unproven stories

Americans who primarily get political news from social media are among least knowledgeable about politics

Americans who primarily get political news from social media are among least knowledgeable about politics

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Americans who primarily get political news from social media are among least knowledgeable about politics

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