Did Mark Twain Say ‘Fear the Media, for They Will Steal Your Honor’?
The anachronistic use of the word "media" is just one reason to be skeptical of a quote often attributed to American author Mark Twain.
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Did Mark Twain Say ‘It’s Easier to Fool People Than to Convince Them That They Have Been Fooled’?
While the quote "it's easier to fool people than to convince them that they have been fooled" is often attributed to Mark Twain, there's no evidence that the author actually wrote this phrase.
‘If Voting Made a Difference, They Wouldn’t Let Us Do It’
A quote concerning the irrelevancy of voting is often attributed to American humorist Mark Twain.
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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 Joe Biden Mention His ‘Hairy Legs’ In Public Remarks?
The alleged remarks come from the same video that brought us a story about a scary fellow in Biden's youth known as "CornPop."
Did Fox News Post Staged Photo of Soldiers During Trump’s Afghanistan Visit?
President Donald Trump made a surprise visit to Afghanistan to celebrate Thanksgiving with members of the U.S. military.
Are Traffickers Leaving Zip Ties on Targets’ Windshield Wipers?
Awareness of one's surroundings is always good, but scarelore can also lead to unwarranted fears.
Did a Starbucks Employee Add the Word ‘Pig’ to a Police Officer’s Order?
A Starbucks in Glenpool, Oklahoma, become the center of controversy in late 2019.