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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astroturfing https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astroturfing > Astroturfing is the practice of masking the sponsors of a message or or
by detaro 5y ago
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astroturfing https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astroturfing
> Astroturfing is the practice of masking the sponsors of a message or organization (e.g., political, advertising, religious or public relations) to make it appear as though it originates from and is supported by grassroots participants. It is a practice intended to give the statements or organizations credibility by withholding information about the source's financial connection.
- jjtheblunt 5y agothank you
- throw0101a 5y agoThe source (etymology) of the phrase is a play on words: * "grass roots" support is an 'authentic' community response on an issue * AstroTurf® is an artificial playing surface used in some sports facilities (especially indoor ones), instead of a one made from real grass So "astroturfing" is the creation of an 'artificial community response'.
- jjtheblunt 5y agothat makes sense. thank you.