From "We" to "Me": How Group Identity Influences the Sharing of Fake News

This research will examine the influence of group identity on the sharing of fake news, the mediating role of sharing value, and the boundary effects of authenticity cues. We expect the following results: Result 1: Group identity will enhance an individual's willingness to share fake news. Result 2: Sharing value mediates the enhancing effect of group identity on sharing fake news. Result 3: Accuracy prompts reduce the effect of group identity.