Presidential Race and the Media

Rather than argue about politics based upon what the media has to say, I think that it’s up to us to research the facts rather than promote propaganda.

Navigating the world of politics can be challenging, especially with so much information and misinformation circulating online. Before you post or repost things, do a little research. As an independent voter who values fact-checking, I often find myself sifting through various claims to uncover the truth. And, often I find that my own assumptions are wrong and based on misinformation.

For example, I’ve seen numerous posts about Agenda 2025, a list of extreme proposals attributed to Donald Trump if he is re-elected as president. Because they’ve been sent to me by friends, I assume they are true. However, upon my own research it appears that this agenda is actually associated with the Heritage Foundation. I have yet to find any evidence of Trump endorsing Agenda 2025. Instead, Trump promotes Agenda 47 on his official website, which outlines his policy plans: Agenda 47.

I also real a lot about President Joe Biden’s capabilities. Many Democrats assert that Biden is their best candidate and fully capable of performing his duties. They argue that recent concerns about his health, such as a poor debate performance, were simply due to a cold. Conversely, many Republicans believe that Biden is suffering from dementia.

In such a polarized environment, it’s tough to discern the truth. It’s essential to rely on credible sources, look at the evidence objectively, and remain skeptical of extreme claims. Staying informed and critical can help us navigate these complex political landscapes.

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Mathew

I was going to vote for Biden. But, if he stays on the ticket at this point I think that I am going to vote for Kennedy.

Sam

This article is a breath of fresh air! It’s so important to research and cross-check facts before jumping to conclusions. Thanks for sharing your experience with Agenda 2025 and Agenda 47; it highlights the need for diligence in our information consumption.

GrannyG
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Absolutely, Sam! We all need to become more critical thinkers. It’s too easy to get swayed by viral posts without verifying the facts.

Harry

Really? Another ‘advice’ post on how to think for ourselves? The irony is overwhelming. People will believe what they want to believe, no matter how much ‘research’ you tell them to do. This is just another drop in the ocean of pointless advice.

GoldenYears

Informative post! It’s good to be reminded about the importance of fact-checking. However, I think more practical steps on how to do effective research would have been more helpful. Just telling people to be skeptical might not be enough.

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