Political 'Truthiness': Playing Fast, Loose With Facts

The video discusses the concept of truthiness, highlighting its prevalence in Europe and the US due to compromised authorities. It delves into the challenges of fact-checking in Europe, especially concerning complex political issues like Brexit. The discussion also touches on the public's enjoyment of fact-bending, which has become ingrained in cultural debates.

What does the term 'truthiness' refer to in the context of the discussion?

What role do authorities play in the spread of truthiness according to the text?

How does the speaker describe the challenges of fact-checking in political discussions?

What examples are given to illustrate the difficulty of finding truth in political matters?

In what ways does the public's enjoyment of fact-bending influence political discourse?