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#ClimateTip:
Don't argue with folks who don't care if most other parts of the world are flooding / on fire / being affected by the #ClimateCrisis.
Focus your #ClimateAction on the 31% who are doubtful, unaware or a BIT skeptical.
#Deniers are FEW but LOUD: #Refute and ignore.
#ClimateTip: don't amplify #trollnoise, which is often designed to appeal emotionally (like memes) to spread doubt and #disinformation about vital issues like #climatechange.⚠️🤔
Instead, take screenshots to share, or you're just telling the algorithm to boost the stupidity.🤪📲
2/2 Here's my troll post tags:
#ClimateTip = climate #denier/troll info/examples
#TT_TIP = regular trolls (as above)
#Trollers = generic troll examples
#PBISND_TROLLBOTS = tag for everyone to REPORT!
#TrollScum = NASTY trolls: REPORT ASAP!
Feel free to use these any time! 😊👍
This was a longtime fave deflection point #trolltactic of #ClimateChange #deniers: "If seas are rising, why are some atolls growing?" Now science shows how it aligns perfectly WITH climate models.
#ClimateTip #ClimateCrisis #ClimateBrainy #DenialMachine...
FYI, watch regularly for new #DenialMachine #trollers Following you for the purpose of casting doubt on your #ClimateAction tweets.
Like this one just now: their timeline is PACKED with harmful #disinformation on the #ClimateCrisis and #COVID19.🤨
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #TrollTip
3/3 They doubled down on the #Racism and 'China Bad' next, so I was done: I Blocked him.
Watch for 'Reasonable' trolls like this: they're #TimeWasters who just want to make you #DoubtYourself.
#BeAware: spot them and move on.✅
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #Disinformation #TrollTactics
⬆️Tagging my above post for easy searching by people wanting to sort #Science fact from fiction:
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #trollbots #ClimateBrainy #ClimateDenial #ClimateBrawl #trollfarms #ClimateSmart #BadScience #trolltactics #UniteBehindTheScience #ListenToExperts #misinformation
Tagging the above for easy searching by people wanting to sort #Science fact from fiction:
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #trolls #trollbots #ClimateCrisis #ClimateDenial #ClimateBrawl #trollfarms #ClimateEmergency #BadScience #trolltactics #UniteBehindTheScience #ListenToExperts #BeAware
Well THIS is DARN useful, folks!👍
I see this behaviour often when dealing with #DenialMachine #trollers, where they 'play the victim' to elicit sympathy and deflect to conversation.🤔
Add #DARVO to your #trolltactic #TrollTip #TT_Tip #ClimateTip toolbox ASAP. 🛠️Thanks Sarah!😁...
PS #ClimateTip: pay attention to how much TIME someone is spending trying to show YOU'RE wrong...
Why aren't they asking where to look for answers?
Trolls focus on DISCREDITING those who provide reputable sources, while average folks unsure of the facts ask for help.
#BeAware.
Tagging for reference:
#Misinformation
#ClimateTip
#TT_TIP
#Trolltactics
#FakeAccounts
#FlipBoard
#ClimateFoes
1/3 Here's an example of a #disinformation #troller account.
I ran across this one earlier in the week and thought I'd post images of what it's sharing.
First, it's super-new (May2020) with few followers and no engagement to speak of: suspicious.
#TT_Tip #ClimateTip #Trollfarm
1/? This is an ongoing thread about #TrollTactics, using one specific (and prolific!) Flipboard #troller as an example.🗂️
It's to expose the methods of the #DenialMachine, how they spread #disinformation / #misinformation and weaponize doubt.🤔
Follow along! #ClimateTip #TT_Tip
This is GREAT for debunking #troller #disinformation / #misinformation:
"You can apply critical thinking to any kind of subject, problem, or situation you choose. We made the Critical Thinking Skills Cheatsheet for you with this in mind." 🤔💭
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #DenialMachine
#Trollers are DESPERATE to find ANY petty crack to exploit as shrill distractions.😠👹
These are comments from Greta's #SchoolStrike post this morning. They're akin to those attacking her clothing, age, education: all personal to distract from the science.🤔
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip
Possible proof of #trollers working TOO hard?
This Flipboard troll used a coronavirus 'attack post' on a CLIMATE CHANGE article! 😂 As you can see in the 4th pic, it's an empty-profile account: no Likes, Magz or Followers.
The #DenialMachine is everywhere: be aware. #ClimateTip
Thank you, Aelurillus.👍
I tag my posts about #trollers with #ClimateTip and #TT_TIP, to make them easy to locate. They're examples of how to spot the MANY different types of trolls, plus breakdowns of their tactics and solutions to such.🤔
Lots to learn, but it helps folks!😁...
3/3 Trolls rely on engagement, so it's best to Refute and move on.👍 Don't waste time trying to refute EVERY point: trolls spew so MUCH nonsense intentionally to make that impossible to do and you'll waste your time trying.
Watch, learn and be efficient.😉
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip.
1/5 This example is why you should ALWAYS vet your followers. Every. Single. One!
Why?
Look at the banner: they're into conspiracy theories, which makes them susceptible to spreading #disinformation.
Which is DANGEROUS during the #coronavirus outbreak.☣️😠
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip
1/6 To give you folks an example of what a paid #DenialMachine troll looks like, here's one of the persistent ones that stalks my comments on Flipboard.👹
He's well-armed with walls of #disinformation text and links designed to make people's eyes glaze over. #ClimateTip #TT_Tip
1/3 A short thread of ALL the #tags I use to organize my posts and how to use 'em:
#ClimateTip = climate denier/troll info/examples
#TT_TIP = regular trolls (as above)
#ClimateBrainy = climate education
#Trollers = use 2tag climate trolls
#ClimatePals = recommended ppl to Follow
4/5 YouTube videos, blogs and fringe sites are ROTTEN info sources: vetting's critical to uncovering bias and inaccuracy.
Great places to vet sources are:
- http://MediaBiasFactCheck.com
- http://SourceWatch.org
- Media Bias Chart @ http://Adfontesmedia.com
#ClimateTip...
1/3 #ClimateTip Accounts like this are why I vet ALL my Followers: you never know when #DenialMachine sycophants will try to sneak in under the radar to stalk you.
A quick glance at the account shows it ONLY exists to spread misinformation and doubt about manmade climate change.
Some excellent comments here.
My tips for #trollers are:
- check their timeline to see if they're a troll or just ignorant
- Refute factually
- DON'T otherwise engage
- Block as needed (if they're a pest)
The LESS attention you give them, the MORE it annoys trolls. #ClimateTip...
Thank you, Sarah.😁
Folks, realize that when you're dealing with trolls and/or deniers (not always the same thing!) you're NOT likely to change their mind.
By JUST posting the facts and evidence (Refute) then moving on, you deprive then of an audience (attention). ⛔#ClimateTip...
Obvious #troller is obvious. 🤨
When a climate denier can't use facts, they resort to personal slights.
They don't have anything else save their inflated opinions and egos. 😉
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip #TrollHunting
2/2 The best way to deal with tiny trolls like this is, as usual, not to play their game.
Post a warning for others, if they're getting attention, and Block them.
The only 'game' worth winning is the #ClimateCrisis.
All else is a waste of precious time. 👍
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip
FYI, this is how #trollers and bullies operate, often with gaslighting thrown in. 🤨 Be aware and ALWAYS hold a troll's toes to the fire to keep them accountable for what they say. 🔥👹
#CLIMATETIP #TT_TIP https://https://t.co/YjTLJaANyP
Some #troller examples from a Flipboard comment thread today.📰
My replies are simply "Where's YOUR links to reputable science? All you're doing is rambling with Whataboutisms, conspiracies and nonsense."🤨
Yet the two troll farmers just keep going...😏👹
#ClimateTip #TT_Tip
This is a a common "outrage tactic" by the #DenialMachine and its enablers:
They'll do anything to distract from the message, by attacking the messenger.🤨
It's seen again and again after ANY #ClimateAction rally: fake / altered photos of the 'mess' left behind.🤔
#ClimateTip
