Fake news has become a popular term these days. President Trump uses the term whenever he dislikes something the mainstream media has published. Investigations into the 2016 election have proven that disinformation, misinformation, and fake news played an important role in this election. Although that was four years ago, the amount of disinformation spread over the Internet continues to be a problem. At a time when the world is suffering from a major health crisis, this is not the time to ignore the problems that disinformation and misinformation cause. Scrolling down the newsfeed on Facebook, one can find many examples…
The Mound House is the oldest remaining structure on Estero Island dating back to 1898 when Robert Gilbert filed his homesteading claim. The structure has undergone many changes since 1906 when it was known as the “Mound Villa” and later as the “Bungalow by the Banyan.” After a remodeling in 1921, the bungalow was renamed “Bayview Lodge.” In 1958, William and Florence Long purchased the property and the Mound House was known as “The Long Estate.” …
The Mound House is the oldest remaining structure on Estero Island dating back to 1898 when Robert Gilbert filed his homesteading claim. The structure has undergone many changes since 1906 when it was known as the “Mound Villa” and later as the “Bungalow by the Banyan.” After a remodeling in 1921, the bungalow was renamed “Bayview Lodge.” In 1958, William and Florence Long purchased the property and the Mound House was known as “The Long Estate.” …
“Trump’s Rage at the Media Takes a Dangerous New Turn” is an article written by Greg Sargent and published in the opinion section of the Washington Post on Monday, March 16, 2020[EB1] . In this article, the author is arguing that President Trump “has relentlessly minimized the coronavir
us threat for nakedly political reasons, disastrously hampering the federal government response to the crisis, with untold consequences to come[EB2] .” …
Part I: Disinformation and Misinformation: Why Does It Spread So Quickly?
The term “fake news” has become a common response when a person hears news he or she doesn’t want to believe. Although media experts initially defined fake news as “factually false information, delivered in the context of a supposedly true news story, that is deliberately designed to deceive readers or viewers,” today the term also includes disinformation campaigns delivered through the Internet and on social media (“Fake News on Social Media”).
Before getting into a discussion of the causes of fake news, it is important to understand the difference…
A Novel that Changed America
Over the 250 years of our country’s history, many books have been written that have had an impact on society. Looking at numerous lists published online, one book seems to make a majority of those lists. Although the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn was published over 150 years ago, it is still popular today. Despite being call a “racist” novel and banned in some schools because of the word “nigger,” the novel is a testament to the search for identity and morality in American society. …
Every family has members that portray the American creed and my family is no exception. The American Creed is a set of beliefs in individualism, democracy, liberty, property, and religion. These ideals are intertwined with equality that gives individuals the opportunity to achieve these goals. Kate Petrino, the Bunting Brothers, and Charles Bunting best exemplify the values expressed in the American Creed.
My grandmother was born in late 19th century. Although she was born in New York City, her parents immigrated from Italy shortly before her birth. …
William Shakespeare is considered by many critics to be one of the greatest writers of all time. His plays have been performed across the globe in over 50 languages. Shakespeare wrote comedies, tragedies, histories, and poetry, and although much is known about his works, little is known about his life.
The exact date of Shakespeare’s birth is not known although it is commonly thought that he was born in 1564. He was the son of John Shakespeare and Mary Arden and was one of eight children born to those parents.
The exact date of Shakespeare’s birth is unknown, but it…