On the controversial online forum 8Kun (formerly called 8chan), a QAnon message board is starting a “meme campaign” to spread false information that the KKK is behind distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine, as a way to deter Black people from getting vaccinated.
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Focusing on white supremacist’s actions in this case could distract from priority talking points regarding vaccine safety and efficacy, the equity of vaccine distribution, disproportionate risk of mortality from COVID-19 among African Americans, and structural racism. Fact Checking Source(s):N/A
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