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[–] molten@lemmy.world 20 points 1 day ago (3 children)

Remember: misinformation comes from both sides. Just because you like it doesn't mean you can skip fact checking.

[–] DarkFuture@lemmy.world 6 points 10 hours ago* (last edited 10 hours ago)

I don't need to give MAGA the benefit of the doubt anymore.

They lost that privilege years and years ago.

[–] BlameTheAntifa@lemmy.world 105 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Simply using the term “both sides” is problematic, and not just because it’s a binary fallacy. There aren’t just two sides. It’s misrepresents a system in which there is one single, unified group that engages in violent, oppressive, lawless fascism… and then there is everyone else, covering a nearly infinite variety of ideologies and goals, and many of whom have no representation.

The phrase “both sides” as it is, itself, misinformation and propaganda.

[–] molten@lemmy.world 56 points 1 day ago (2 children)

Let me clarify. I'm an imbecile who normally comments on porn and trash memes. I didn't put much thought into it besides "PSA: we're inclined to believe things that align with us! Make sure to check!" Because I gotta remind myself often because I believe most things I like. and think people also might appreciate being reminded. I just think too often in binary terms because (see above) I'm an idiot and it's all easier that way. But I'm always trying to grow and do better so I'll take your critique of my comment to heart.

I guess I'll try to phrase things less binarily in the future. Or keep it short. But thanks for keeping me on it.

[–] madcaesar@lemmy.world 19 points 19 hours ago

God damn, this is an awesome level headed comment.

I like that you are BOTH right.

"Both sides" has definitely changed in meaning. Every time I read it I just assume it's some right wing dipshit trying to muddy the waters.

Your point is totally valid though, misinformation comes and can come from anywhere, especially online.

Keep up the good work both of you!

[–] AeonFelis@lemmy.world 3 points 19 hours ago (1 children)

Is it misinformation this time though?

[–] pelespirit@sh.itjust.works 5 points 15 hours ago (1 children)

It is not. It is his mom and stepdad.

[–] AeonFelis@lemmy.world -5 points 14 hours ago (1 children)

So? He lived with his mom and had little contact with his dad, which means his stepdad filled the role of his father.

[–] pelespirit@sh.itjust.works 2 points 14 hours ago

You're moving into troll baiting territory. This is a warning.

[–] dulce_3t_decorum_3st@lemmy.world 7 points 17 hours ago

Damn. 👊🏼

[–] blockheadjt@sh.itjust.works -1 points 1 day ago

The side that is doing actually good stuff doesn't need to use misinformation, but there'll be unaffiliated people spreading whatever kind they want on a platform that will have them