HN at least realized a mistake then posted updates to counteract the wrong information. Imagine if this happened in more mainstream, more polarized communities

HN at least realized a mistake then posted updates to counteract the wrong information. Imagine if this happened in more mainstream, more polarized communities where this Tweet would get posted, immediately and undeniably be taken as fact, and then promoted/upvoted without being taken down. And debunking something popular with facts will lead to it being parodied, downplayed, or ignored in favor of keeping the false narrative. No wonder a lie travels halfway around the world before the truth puts its shoes on.