The 10 Most Critical Things to Consider When Consuming Mainstream NewsBy Dylan Charles 1. Who is the author nationality, ideology and political affiliation, religion, affinity group, related experience base, and education? Who are this authors friends and promoters? Where, by who, and possibly why is this author normally published? Are other publications by this author parallel, or do they take a different angle entirely and if so, why? Dylan Charlesis a student and teacher of Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi and Qi Gong, a practitioner of Yoga and Taoist arts, and an activist and idealist passionately engaged in the struggle for a more sustainable and just world for future generations. He is the editor ofWakingTimes.com, the proprietor ofOffgridOutpost.com, a grateful father and a man who seeks to enlighten others with the power of inspiring information and action. He may be contacted atwakingtimes@gmail.com. 8 is so important, most people have an agenda and it can be hard to spot sometimes. Interesting reading. Thank You for Putting this article up. As a critical thinker, I use some of these litmuses without conscious effort. Intentionally presenting them is a great Idea. I teach my sons to critically examine everything to discover Truth. I am going to pass this article along to others, as I consider critical thinking to be of grave importance for everyone. The scripture warns that in the last days there will be an apparent onslaught of deception and I recommend everyone use critical analysis of the scriptures (KJV Holy Bible). It passes every test with flying colors;) But when you use these techniques to analyze the Not-For-Prophet Corporations, they fail horribly, which is why I reject these religious organizations, but cling to the Words of Truth that God Himself has preserved from generation to generation! The Central theme. Jesus Christ the Lord This could be appropriately titled 10 Most Critical Things To Consider When Consuming Information. (Not just mainstream News) The vast number of Alternative News sites that I have critically looked into have proven to be over-sensationalization of stories mingled with plain lies to perpetuate shock, fear, indignation, violent anarchy, etc 