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Palin spins a dystopian scenario where the elderly and disabled must petition for care. But that's not part of any actual health care legislation.

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I visit that website frequently - they do a pretty good job of looking into statements and claims made by politicians and others.

I especially like the "Pants on Fire" rating!
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I visit that website frequently - they do a pretty good job of looking into statements and claims made by politicians and others.

I especially like the "Pants on Fire" rating!
So do I and in my opinion...they are pretty fair and balanced. I've seen them set fire to claims/allegations made from both sides of the aisle....
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Great site, thanks very much for posting a link to it
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Keep 'em honest!
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OMG! Glenn Beck has uncovered a provision in the health care bill where we'll be paying for insurance for dogs!!!!!!

I love the Pants on Fire rating!

And I have no idea why anyone would listen to a man that's capable of tossing out bent and twisted lies like that - even if he doesn't do it very often.
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