The Long History of 'Fake News' Explored

An analytical piece delves into the extensive history of 'fake news,' tracing its origins back to instances like a daring journalist's coverage of the Cuban revolution in 1896.

18 Aug, 02:35 — 18 Aug, 02:35

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Fake News, Part I: The Long History

Fake News, Part I: The Long History Authored by John Maxwell Hamilton via RealClearPolitics, In 1896, a daring journalist covering the Cuban revolution against their colonial masters crossed the Spanish lines three times to interview insurgent leaders. William Francis Mannix's final trip into the Cuban interior was made at the request of the leader of the insurgent government, Salvador Cisneros Betancourt. El Presidente Cisneros wanted the intrepid correspondent to carry back an...

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