21st Century Democracy: Recommended Resources

Factual accuracy of U.S. politicians in ads, debates, speeches, interviews and news releases.

Identifies “news” sites that are fake, extremely misleading, or satirical.

Tracks money in U.S. politics and its effect on elections and public policy.

Nonpartisan fact-checking website focused on US politics.

Controversial issues presented in a non-partisan, pro-con format.

Checks accuracy of claims by pundits, columnists, bloggers, political analysts, talk show hosts and guests, and other members of the media.

Focuses on false and misleading scientific claims made by partisans to influence public policy.

Definitive Internet reference source for urban legends, folklore, myths, rumors, and misinformation.