The leaders of misinformation are paying for blatantly false ads

As climate change causes more severe weather, The Epoch Times peddles misinformation [Courier]( Friend, Memorial Day weekend is over, and while millions got outside to enjoy the warm weather, Americans in the heartland and East Coast experienced a wave of tragic extreme weather that killed at least 20 and left many communities in ruins. Scientists say severe weather is becoming more common because of climate change. Polls say Americans agree with the scientific consensus and want to take action to end the climate crisis, but right-wing media and politicians like Donald Trump are doing everything they can to smear climate change as a “hoax.” Take for example, the right-wing propaganda outlet The Epoch Times, who was recently exposed for running dangerously misleading Facebook ads smearing climate change activism and spreading blatantly false information about C02 emissions: [We’ll remind you about The Epoch Times and their right-wing mission in a second, but if you’re ready to fight back against climate change misinformation, can you chip in $15?]( As a refresher, The Epoch Times is one of the most successful right-wing news organizations out there right now. Primarily a propaganda and conspiracy theory site, The Epoch Times spent more money on advertising for Donald Trump than any organization outside the Trump campaign in 2020. They’re also the people behind these bizarre “#1 trusted news” billboards that have been popping up all over the country: The marketing might be a joke, but The Epoch Times’ impact shouldn’t be taken lightly. From spreading misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine to pushing the election lies that led to January 6th, The Epoch Times is having incredible success convincing the public to believe right-wing conspiracies. That’s why their latest focus on spreading climate misinformation is so alarming. Climate change is an existential threat, and to combat it effectively, we need a well-informed public. It's crucial that everyone understands the severity of the threat and the damage it's causing, such as the severe weather we experienced this Memorial Day weekend. At COURIER, we have a strategy to stop The Epoch Times and right-wing propaganda in their tracks. Our innovative news model works particularly well for climate change because its on-the-ground impact is inherently local, and we provide trustworthy, local coverage to communities that are vulnerable to propaganda campaigns from The Epoch Times. And to make sure everyone has access to our reporting, we offer all our news for free in the spaces where right-wing lies spread. No paywalls, no subscriptions. [But we can’t do this without your help. Our reporters in our ten battleground newsrooms are working around the clock to fight back against dangerous misinformation like this. Can you chip in $15 now to support our mission?]( Express Donate: If you've stored your info with ActBlue Express, we'll process your contribution instantly: [$5]( [$15]( [$25]( [$50]( Thank you so much, The COURIER team --------------------------------------------------------------- Email us: info@couriernewsroom.com [Become a member!]( This message was sent to: {EMAIL}. Email is a critical way we communicate with grassroots supporters like you. However, if you would like to change your subscription preferences, here are some options: [Receive Fewer Emails]( [Update Your Information]( [unsubscribe]( To give by check: Courier Newsroom Box 509 New York, NY 10032