Dartmouth College Addresses Propaganda, U.S.-China Dynamics, and Data's Role in Democracy

Dartmouth College is actively engaged in efforts to counter propaganda disseminated in less commonly addressed languages, a critical initiative highlighted by the institution. This work underscores a commitment to addressing information integrity in diverse linguistic contexts.

In related news, Professor of Government Stephen Brooks, alongside co-author Ben Vagle '22, recently published an article in Foreign Affairs asserting that the United States maintains significant economic leverage over China. They emphasize, however, that for this advantage to be effective, the U.S. "needs to act in concert with its Asian and European allies."

Further contributing to discussions on global challenges, Roopika Risam, a Professor of Film and Media Studies and Comparative Literature, shared her perspective with the Next Big Idea Club. Risam said, "The future of democracy depends on who controls the data infrastructure behind it." This statement highlights the growing importance of digital control in shaping democratic outcomes.