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"The great enemy of the truth is very often not the lie -- deliberate, contrived and dishonest -- but the myth -- persistent, persuasive and unrealistic." -- John F. Kennedy
In order to make even the most mundane of everyday decisions it is necessary to have good information. The public depends on television, radio and print media to deliver reliable and accurate information. For the most part, reporters and editors do their jobs and the result is an informed public. In some instances, however, the information relayed to the public is neither reliable nor accurate. Far too often, inaccurate information is reported and repeated until it achieves a certain myth status. The goal of this site is to debunk myths that take hold as a result of inaccurate or irresponsible media reports.
Truth Through Scrutiny -- When inaccurate information is reported in the news media, especially when it is reported on the wire services and gets repeated worldwide, it is difficult to "take back" the initial report and correct the record. With the rise of new media such as talk radio and blogs, traditional media has come under increased scrutiny and some stories that in past generations might have been left to stand, have been exposed as false. Those instances, which are often relegated to small print at the back of the newspaper, will be collected here.
Examples of inaccurate, irresponsible and/or misleading reporting will be posted on the list of Media Myths. All items included on this list will consist of summaries of stories that appeared in major media outlets, print and broadcast, selected for their recent or current importance, or telling illustration of wider and/or longer-lasting problems. Click on Media Myths to view the list.
This is a listing of journalists (including photographers and foreign stringers) and sources cited in major media stories. Most of the journalists and sources on this list have not only reported, but have also made news, either by virtue of their success and prominence in the world of journalism, or for some, as a result of mistakes made while covering prominent stories. Click Journalists and Sources to access the complete listing.
The goal of this site is to serve as a reliable resource providing news consumers with tools and information to allow them to determine how best to use the information they receive through various news sources. Click on The Media Mythbuster Mission to read the complete mission statement.
Many of the Media Mythbusters contributors are members of the New Media with experience debunking and/or reporting on questionable reporting from major media outlets. Only approved contributors will be allowed to post at the Media Mythbusters site. Click on Contributors to read the list of those posting here. If you wish to contribute or comment on this site, please email info@mediamythbusters.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
