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moondust

(21,106 posts)
10. Truth or Consequences
Fri Nov 5, 2021, 12:10 AM
Nov 2021

Maybe adapt this to cover consumers of information:

When the Federal Trade Commission finds a case of fraud perpetrated on consumers, the agency files actions in federal district court for immediate and permanent orders to stop scams; prevent fraudsters from perpetrating scams in the future; freeze their assets; and get compensation for victims.When consumers see or hear an advertisement, whether it’s on the Internet, radio or television, or anywhere else, federal law says that ad must be truthful, not misleading, and, when appropriate, backed by scientific evidence.
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https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/media-resources/truth-advertising

Maybe use a DU-style alert system.

Or adapt the old Fairness Doctrine for the current environment.

Or build a lot more rubber rooms.

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