If Books Could Kill Glenn Kessler Retire B*tch [TEASER]
Sep 26, 2024
Dive into the fascinating world of fact-checking and its vital role in journalism. Discover the evolution of fact-checking in political reporting and the biases that can skew objectivity. Challenge conventional narratives about homelessness statistics as the discussion uncovers hidden political motivations. Explore the complexities of verifying political claims, using President Obama's statements as a case study. Finally, unpack the biases inherent in wealth disparity claims and the impact of corporate jargon in finance.
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Fact-Checking Origins
- Zell Miller's 2004 RNC speech, filled with attacks on Kerry's war record, prompted Glenn Kessler to fact-check.
- This fact-check, a front-page debunking of Miller's claims, is considered a pivotal moment in fact-checking history.
Fact-Checking's Mission
- Fact-checking emerged from a critique of "both sides" journalism.
- Fact-checkers aimed to provide objective truth and hold politicians accountable.
Sanders' Homelessness Claim
- Bernie Sanders claimed "half a million Americans sleep out on the streets," which Kessler fact-checked.
- Kessler pointed out that two-thirds of homeless people are in shelters, not on the streets.
