The Case for Independent Fact Checking — Our Future May Well Depend On It
Watching any kind of political event, press release, or news story has become farcical over the last few years. In 2020 it’s become intolerable.
A Class of Spin
There has always been an element of spin inherent in the political machine, but with the advent of ubiquitous easily accessible social media it’s become far too easy for facts to be either misrepresented or outright ignored during press events.
The US Presidential election of 2020 is a case in point where statements are made by individuals across the political spectrum that really don’t stand up to close examination.
It’s not for me to comment on individual events, as I’m attempting to stay apolitical in this piece, but any internet search regarding press briefings illuminates a litany of blatantly false statements.
And yet, there is no law that prevents elected officials from deliberately misrepresenting facts. It is up to other people to take up the case of litigation against such individuals which is usually either financially or practically impossible. This leaves the individuals in question free to be able to say what they like, when they like.
