Caixin
Sep 15, 2013 09:20 AM

Rumors and the Power of Deception

When Internet rumors whizz through cyberspace, one simply can't be oblivious to the information that is provided by the authorities. Often times the origins of false information on officials comes from officials themselves. Recently, the state-run Xinhua News Agency attempted to explain the phenomenon of "official rumors" in hopes that the government agencies can reconsider their approach in dealing with the release of information to the public.

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