I just read that oil markets are being deliberately manipulated to drive prices higher and make the impact on the population worse. Before I share or act on it, I want to verify if it’s true.

What are your go-to methods or tools for fact-checking economic or political news? Also, which communities on Lemmy (or the wider fediverse) are best for this kind of thing?

Thanks for any tips!

  • siha@feddit.ukEnglish
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    3 hours ago

    I’d start by getting a bit more specifics, as it is very difficult to prove/disprove very vague claims.

    For example:

    1. Where did you read about it?
    2. Which oil markets are being manipulated?
    3. Who is doing the manipulating?
    4. Which population(s) is/are affected?