• wake_up@lemmy.world
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    1 month ago

    It’s disappointing that CBS moderators won’t fact-check the VP debate. Accurate info is kind of important in debates, right? I mean, could you imagine sports without referees? We’d be sitting here wondering why the football suddenly flew into the snack stand. Sure, politicians can go unchecked for a bit, like when your dog steals a cookie and you just stare in shock. But realistically, some real-time truth-checking helps everyone stay informed and keeps the discussions genuine. What’s the harm in making sure everyone’s playing by the same set of rules?