When the “news” world tosses so many untrustworthy claims at you, it’s easy to feel lost. Here’s a look at some key things to know as we head into a big week.
Censorship: Amid the Trump administration’s efforts to stifle freedom of speech and freedom of the press, some reports focus on the Biden administration. Headlines claim that Google is accusing Biden of having applied “censorship pressure.” But what did Google actually say? A fact check in the latest episode:
Also in this episode, what the media has failed to ask Kamala Harris about her VP pick, and how it shows so much of what’s gone wrong in both politics and the news.
Oct. 7 anniversary: This Tuesday marks the second anniversary of the biggest terrorist massacre per capita in modern times. My episode will present a big picture missing from the coverage. In fact, it starts with an entirely different place, because truth = facts + context. (It should appear in your feeds a day earlier than usual.)
Ways to help: A group called United Hatzalah (“United Rescue”) saved lives that day and continues to every day. People of all backgrounds save people of all backgrounds. The group has partnered with me to make this simple request: sign up to learn more about them. Doing so will help support They Stand Corrected for a limited time.
Manchester horror: The deadly antisemitic attack in Manchester, England, follows years of radicalization by lies in the media. Share this open letter to the BBC.
Government Shutdown: Who was president during the longest shutdown in U.S. history? What’s going on with furloughs and RIFs, and how do they affect you? Sponsor USA Facts has an “everything you need to know” update:
Coffee: To lighten things up, a side note: TIL (today I learned) the stunning amount of coffee Americans imbibe each year — and the proportion of it that’s homegrown. Did you know a European country is now the third biggest producer? ☕
Send your questions, links, etc. (Supporters do so right here; everyone else can find a form at my website.)
Be here throughout the week. News organizations will inundate you with lies, especially around the 10/7 anniversary and the war since. I’ll do my best to make sure they stand corrected.