Celebrities tricked into political propaganda operation

SOURCE npr.org
Celebrities like Lindsay Lohan were tricked into calling for the ouster of Moldova's president through the Cameo app, in a political propaganda operation.

Key Points

  • Cameo app used to deceive celebrities into making political statements
  • Raises questions about the authenticity of celebrity endorsements
  • Sheds light on the manipulation of public opinion through social media

Pros

  • Highlights the potential misuse of social media platforms for political propaganda

Cons

  • Misleading celebrities into unknowingly supporting political agendas