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Library staff have vetted the following resources to provide information and context for unfolding events:

Mental Health Community Resources – Compiled by Pierce County Library staff, last updated 5/5/21

Civic Action Resources – Compiled by Pierce County Library staff, last updated 4/29/21

Attack on the Capitol, Jan. 6, 2021 – Compiled by Pierce County Library staff, last updated 1/20/21

Reliable websites to fact check for yourself:

University of Washington Center for an Informed Public Learn about spotting misinformation campaigns and ideas. Includes a lecture series and featured speaker series as well as videos and resources.
Snopes.com Do independent research and make up your own mind.
Factcheck.org Access a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocate for voters that aims to reduce the level of deception and confusion in U.S. politics.
Politifact.com Sort out the truth in American politics with this nonpartisan fact-checking website.

How to Spot Misinformation:

Gale In Context: Opposing Viewpoints Learn more about Fake News on Social Media. Library card required for access.
¿Cómo distinguir noticias falsas de verdaderas en 4 pasos? From Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey, Mexico.
Stanford’s Civic Online Reasoning-Online Learning Learn about civics with lessons and videos.
Commonsense media Tips and advice for kids for spotting misinformation.