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In reply to the discussion: BREAKING: Bill Clinton breaks with Hillary on impact of Comey letter [View all]Hortensis
(58,785 posts)I've learned that all real news is published, not just by biased authors, but also by accurate, honorable authors for the purpose of informing.
So, when I find a story on a questionable site, I google the subject and choose a reputable source and honest author. Easy! Clickbait headlines are a big flashing warning sign that we need to evaluate carefully, no matter where we find them.
If for some reason I want to copy something because it's honest and worthwhile from a biased source, I do not copy any dishonest, clickbait headlines or dishonest text. Just leave those behind for those who seek out that stuff. Easy.
I've learned that the Hill has a slight conservative tilt to watch out for, but also that, like every major mainstream medium, it also has some very conservative authors. It's called balance, but sometimes their stuff is meant to twist and deceive.
And that can vary not just by author but by topic. Just look at the NYT's coverage of Hillary. Over 150 Pulitzers, but dishonest Hillary headlines all the way through the campaign, with much less dishonest stories inside for those who bothered to actually read those, though still with negative bias.