What Is an Alternative Fact?

Inquiring minds around the globe want to know what exactly constitutes an alternative fact. When questioned about a statement made by the Trump Administration, Kellyanne Conway, counselor to President Trump, declared an untruth to be an alternative fact. Most people understand a fact to be something that has really occurred or is actually correct that can be fact-checked and backed up with evidence. However, Conway has introduced to the world a new concept, which poses the question, “What is an alternative fact?”

On Saturday, White House press secretary Sean Spicer told reporters that Trump has the “largest audience to ever witness an inauguration — period — both in person and around the globe.” Chuck Todd, host of “Meet the Press” described that claim as a falsehood. According to Conway, Todd blew … Click HERE to continue reading