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 11 February, 2017

# Channel 4 - Fake news analysis

As part of a special feature Channel 4 News has been investigating fake news and how it’s affecting the way we view the world.

Were Americans more likely to believe negative stories about Hillary Clinton than Donald Trump, whether or not they were true? We worked with Krishnan Guru Murthy to find out.

For more stories related to fake news, visit our [news section](https://www.BrandsEye.com/news/fake-news-driving-south-african-political-agendas/) alternatively follow us on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCh04rGazxLwQFh8NQiDQnRg).

This article was originally published on [Channel 4 News](https://www.channel4.com/news/how-does-fake-news-make-you-feel).

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