Are you about to turn 18 or recently turned 18? If so, you are now eligible to vote.
However, voting comes with the responsibility of making an informed decision that aligns with
your values and beliefs.

Thanks to technology, we have access to vast amounts of information within seconds.
Whether you want to know the latest celebrity gossip or how to bake a cake, all you need to do
is a quick online search. However, it’s important to note that not all information online is reliable,
and it’s easy to come across misleading or biased information.

You may wonder why it matters if something is true or not; think of it like being mad at your best friend for doing something they didn’t do. It can harm your relationship with them along with how you view them, and it proceeds
to be something you think about when you hang out with them or make decisions based around
them.

On social media platforms like Tik Tok and X (previously Twitter), it’s easy to share
opinions and spread misinformation.

To steer clear of inaccurate information, there are a few things you can do that don’t take much time at all. First, check the credibility of the person who shared the information and whether they support one side more than the other. While doing this, you should also look at their background, reputation, and experience in that particular subject. This can be done by searching their name and seeing what shows up. Some sources that can help you are All Sides which is a bias rater, and for political related subjects try PolitiFact.

Then, check for any organizations or individuals linked to them and do the same. What you’re really
looking for is what others say about the poster, and what others say about the fact being
presented.

By following these steps, you can make an informed decision based on reliable
information that represents your values and beliefs.