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The Battle for Truth in the Philippines: Social Media, Disinformation, and Historical Revisionism
In June 2022, Ferdinand "Bong Bong" Marcos Jr. was inaugurated as the 17th president of the Philippines, marking a significant political shift for the country. His election campaign appeared to be tailored to resonate with Generation Z, utilizing platforms like TikTok and other social media channels to connect with young voters. The campaign aimed to revive the Marcos family's political influence and goodwill among Filipinos. However, beneath this digital strategy lay a complex web of misinformation, online propaganda, and historical revisionism that played a crucial role in shaping public perception.