girlfreddy, 10 months ago You’re right. So I went looking for more info in the distinction and found this (concerning journalistic usage): As dangerous as disinformation can be, journalists find themselves in a difficult position when investigating it. While politicians might say something that is obviously not true, journalists generally don’t outright accuse them of being a liar or spreading disinformation. This is because journalists cannot usually be 100% certain of the intent behind the misinformation, and they (and all writers) can be sued for libel if they wrongfully call someone a liar. edit – In the 21st century our gov’ts continue to believe that being a liar is still better than accusing someone of lying … :/
You’re right. So I went looking for more info in the distinction and found this (concerning journalistic usage):
As dangerous as disinformation can be, journalists find themselves in a difficult position when investigating it. While politicians might say something that is obviously not true, journalists generally don’t outright accuse them of being a liar or spreading disinformation. This is because journalists cannot usually be 100% certain of the intent behind the misinformation, and they (and all writers) can be sued for libel if they wrongfully call someone a liar.
edit – In the 21st century our gov’ts continue to believe that being a liar is still better than accusing someone of lying … :/