Media Matters

Always right, never wrong

The primary means of communication that reaches a large audience

The modern phenomenon of ostracizing individuals or entities for controversial actions or opinions, often on social media platforms

A term for the deliberate manipulation of public opinion through deceptive or misleading tactics

The practice of targeting individuals or groups with abusive or derogatory comments based on their race, gender, religion, or other identities

The process of exchanging information or ideas between individuals or groups

Moral principles governing behavior, particularly in media and journalism

What you should do with information before sharing it online

False info which is deliberately intended to mislead—intentionally misstating the facts

A popular form of social validation that often drives people's actions

The ability to think critically and evaluate information for its accuracy and bias

Written defamation that damages a person's reputation

The suppression or restriction of speech, expression, or information by authorities or institutions

In media realms, it's a self-reinforcing environment sheltered from opposing views

The promotion of products or services through various media channels

Sensationalized headlines designed to attract clicks and increase web traffic

The global network connecting millions of computers, allowing for the exchange of information and communication

False or inaccurate info—getting the facts wrong

Opposing viewpoints are...