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Challenge use of ‘nefarious’ news sources, says environmentalist

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Environmentalist Mike Berners-Lee says people should confront family members who read news from 'nefarious' sources.

He said that lack of progress on climate issues comes down to political “deceit” which he likened to abuse.

He encouraged people to ask themselves “really discerning questions” about their basis for trusting the media they consume.

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English

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