Why does the News Tribune publish letters to the editor that are not adequately fact-checked? This practice continues the spread of disinformation, misinformation, and lies that became all too common in the era of President Donald Trump.
The Jan. 21 letter, “ Speaking up may mean trouble for Biden associate ,” from a writer in Yuma, Arizona (really, there aren't enough local writers?), recalled claims made by conservative media outlets that President Joe Biden was involved in a business venture with a Chinese company. Fact-checking on non-partisan sites reveals no evidence to support this claim.
You can believe the moon is made of green cheese if you want, but a simple fact-check shows there is no evidence for it.
Sue Finstick
Duluth
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