Did Alexis de Tocqueville Say ‘America Is Great Because She Is Good’?
The statement has been frequently cited (in whole or in part) across the years by politicians, newspapers, books, and websites.
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Did Mookie Wilson Say Belief in Dinosaurs Helped Him Out of Batting Slumps?
One of the factors behind the Mets' 1986 World Series win may have been a lack of 'dinosaur politics' in the club.
Did John Lennon Say ‘Ringo Wasn’t Even the Best Drummer in the Beatles’?
This was one of the more famous quotes about a Beatle.
Did Advice Columnist Ann Landers Say This About Aging?
It might be faster if we credited everyone at every age with authoring this quote.
Did Howie Mandel Compile This List of Justin Trudeau’s Accomplishments?
Celebrity names are often falsely attached to political opinions in an attempt to make them more shareable.
Did Lincoln Say, ‘If You Want to Test a Man’s Character, Give Him Power’?
For nearly a century, people have made the mistake of claiming that a quotation about Lincoln was actually a quotation by him.
Did Donald Trump Demand Immigrants ‘Adapt’ or Leave?
A years-old rumor found a new target.
Did Comedian Tim Allen Write a Viral Facebook Attack on Democrats?
Many social media users attributed to Tim Allen a set of "interesting points to think about prior to 2020." But which Tim Allen?
Did Charlie Chaplin Write the Poem, ‘As I Began to Love Myself’?
Sometimes the author of a poem gets lost in translation.
Did Werner Herzog Tweet America is ‘Waking Up, As Germany Once Did’?
We know this much: The German film director isn't the biggest fan of social media.
Did Keanu Reeves Really Say This About Living Life Fully?
This quote has been attributed to everyone EXCEPT the original author.
Is a ‘Beware of Artists’ Poster from the McCarthy Era?
While this poster may express the sentiments of the McCarthy era, this quote can actually be traced back to the 1800s.
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Were Will and Jaden Smith Killed in a Car Crash?
Fake death notices are often spread for malicious purposes.
Did Michael Vick Say ‘I Killed All Of Them’ Dogs?
The former NFL star was convicted of running a dog fighting ring in 2007.
No, ‘Dog the Bounty Hunter’ Is Not Dead
Highly dubious websites posted false and distasteful articles that prompted unwarranted concern among the reality TV star's many fans.
Did President Trump Decry Babies Being ‘Born in the Ninth Month’?
The president apparently misspoke while delivering remarks to the 45th March for Life in Washington.
Did Jimmy Stewart Suffer PTSD from World War II Bombing Missions?
A viral Facebook post appears to have been inspired by a 2016 book about the Hollywood icon's wartime military service.