Great article showcasing how the media can exagerate claims. I talk about what I call "red flag" words to be aware about that will cause you to slow down and actually read/listen to what's being said in my discussions teaching people to be aware.
"Of course, we live in a society where words have lost their meaning." Best quote from this blog.
I'm interested in picking up his book "Media Mythmakers: How Journalists, Activists, and Advertisers Mislead Us"
http://www.centerforinquiry.net/blogs/entry/hollywood_hyperbole_michael_jackons_death_brought_entire_world_to_stunned_h/
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