exiled-one:

parliamentrook:

If you see an alarming post, please make sure it is true before you reblog.

• Check sources. Are there any external reputable sources? Has the OP deleted their post since publishing it? Are there asks on the OP’s tumblr providing truth against their post? Have they provided further info?
• Google it. Confirm that it exists outside of tumblr, and on reputable sources. Check snopes. 
• Check the notes. Chances are, if it’s fake or misleading people have already commented or reblogged with facts proving so or providing more context. Clicking and scrolling through the notes for a bit is one of the easiest things you can do before reblogging. 

We’re in terrifying times but lets make sure we’re mad at and taking action against the right things, and not sensationalist bullshit made to distract us or make ad money off of our fear. 

THIS. The majority of Tumblr is English-speaking, but if you know other languages, double check news articles of other countries. Try to get the widest scope on the problem. Not only will this show you what other countries think of this situation, but you will also get good language practise. 

Ugh I cannot express how much I think people should see this. I have a fb outside of my tumblr life and I can’t tell you how many people have been freaking out over false news or rumors or even fake news reports going on on tv (I don’t think the station my folks and I watch is reliable much to be honest) but it got to the point I couldn’t stand it and decided to take two days off of fb just until everyone calmed the heck down.