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Manitoba election disinformation bill goes into ‘uncharted waters,’ analyst says

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Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press

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From Manitoba to Minot, election misinformation is a growing concern. Our northern neighbors are considering hefty fines—up to $20,000 a day—for those who spread misleading claims about elections. It’s a bold move, but one that raises tough questions: How do you separate falsehoods from political debate? Who decides what crosses the line? With deepfakes and viral disinformation becoming more common, efforts like these are becoming more urgent—and more complicated. Manitoba’s bill is one approach, but the challenge is universal.

Get the full story on Manitoba’s attempt to address the issue in this story from Discover Westman.

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Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press

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