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The book’s central thesis is that in a world of "alternative facts" and rapid-fire news cycles, the burden of finding the truth has shifted from the provider to the consumer. Bartlett argues that:

: Since it's impossible to "put the toothpaste back in the tube" regarding the internet, citizens must adapt by developing new critical literacy skills. Practical Tools for Truth-Seeking The Truth Matters: A CitizenвЂ™s Guide to Separat...

: Traditional media like newspapers are losing ground to faster, live-reporting formats like radio and television, which can prioritize speed over accuracy. The book’s central thesis is that in a

: Consumers must work harder than previous generations to ferret out the truth amidst the "cacophony of information". live-reporting formats like radio and television