Study published by Bush’s Treasury Department contradicts Bush’s campaign.
Stories by Brooks Jackson
Director Emeritus, FactCheck.org
Lies in the E-mail, Part 2
Since my first article on lying e-mails, I’ve gotten dozens of inquiries about a snarky little message blaming Democrats alone for all sorts of bad changes to Social Security. I’m calling it “Lying E-mail #2.”
Kerry’s “Misery Index” Accentuates the Negative
Kerry invents a new “Misery Index.” The old one makes Bush’s tenure look better than most.
Bush Ad Is “Troubling” Indeed
The President’s ad recycles bogus claims, then tells only part of the story about Kerry’s position on tax breaks for couples and children.
Outsourcing Jobs: The PRESIDENT Said That?
Kerry ad puts words in Bush’s mouth that Bush never uttered.
Bush’s Gas Attack: Does Good Policy Make Bad Politics?
Kerry once voiced support for a 50-cent increase in the gasoline tax. Bush calls that “wacky,” but Bush’s chief economist praised the idea.
Taxing Social Security & Gasoline: Bush Attack Lacks Context
Kerry supported an increased tax on Social Security benefits, but he also supported a repeal and Bush didn’t.
Democratic Internet Ad Confuses Fiction and Fact
Animated cartoon claims Bush cuts education funding, but it’s really up 58%.
Bush Accuses Kerry of 350 Votes for “Higher Taxes.” Higher Than What?
Bush campaign falsely accuses Kerry of voting 350 times for tax increases. Bush’s own words mislead reporters.
What To Do When Your Friend’s E-mail Lies To You.
Let me put the matter bluntly: an awful lot of the e-mailed messages zipping around the Internet are lies — and too many are being sent on by gullible, lazy friends who ought to know better.