Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

Every term you need — from Model UN procedure to international law, economics, and political theory. Clear definitions, real examples, and cross-linked concepts.

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C

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Cross-Verification

Confirming information by consulting multiple independent and reliable sources.

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Fact-Checking Cascade

The process where one verified fact-check triggers a series of further verifications, creating a chain reaction that helps uncover widespread misinformation.

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Lateral Reading

Checking multiple sources outside the original page to evaluate the credibility of online information.

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Source Triangulation

Using multiple independent sources to verify the accuracy and reliability of information.

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Truth Sandwich

A communication technique that presents the truth before and after repeating misinformation to reduce its impact.

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Verification Ladder

A step-by-step process to assess the reliability of information, starting from initial suspicion to full confirmation.

Media & Critical Thinking