Confused about a social media post or a claim you heard? A VERIFY editor shares the key things to look for when analyzing whether something is true or false.
At VERIFY, our mission is to help our audience know what’s true and false. We know that can sometimes be challenging. Whether it’s a graphic on social media, a questionable quote from a politician or celebrity, a video claiming to show something shocking, or an extreme statement from a friend or family member, it can feel hard to know what’s real.
VERIFY is a group of journalists who work to find the truth behind these kinds of claims. Some claims are difficult to fact-check, but many others can be simple if you know the right things to look for.
Here are a few key steps to consider when you see something you want to VERIFY. We hope this helps you spot …