Develop your critical thinking
When it comes to political and media discourse, the right reflexes to separate fact from fiction.
Who really said that?
Political quotes are often misattributed, taken out of context, or entirely made up. On social media, a catchy phrase gets shared thousands of times before anyone checks its source.
In BLUFF, every quote is sourced: book, interview, official speech. Because knowing who said what is the first step toward critical thinking.
"Economics are the method; the object is to change the heart and soul."
But who really said it?
Test yourself now →Positions change
The same politician can defend a position and its exact opposite ten years apart. Convictions evolve, contexts shift, electoral strategies change.
Recognizing these shifts means understanding that political discourse isn't set in stone — and that checking the context of a statement is essential.
In BLUFF, discover how positions have evolved →Media have angles
Every media outlet makes editorial choices: which topics to cover, what angle to take, which experts to invite. It's not necessarily manipulation — but it's a filter you need to be aware of.
Framing, cherry-picking, and agenda-setting are common biases. Identifying them helps you stay better informed.
How to spot bias
- Is the source identified and reliable?
- Is the quote complete or truncated?
- Do other outlets report the same facts?
- Does the headline accurately reflect the content?
- Are numbers presented without context?
Develop your critical thinking
Five practical reflexes to avoid being misled.
Verify the source
Always trace a quote or piece of information back to its original source before sharing it.
Compare angles
Consult multiple media outlets with different editorial lines on the same topic.
Seek context
A phrase taken out of context can mean the exact opposite of what it says in full.
Watch for emotions
Information that triggers a strong emotional reaction is often designed to manipulate.
Embrace uncertainty
Critical thinking also means saying "I don't know yet" rather than jumping to conclusions.
How do you verify a political quote?
Go back to the original source (video, official transcript, article). Be wary of screenshots without links. In BLUFF, every quote comes with its verified source.
Are media outlets objective?
No media is perfectly objective. Each makes editorial choices. Critical thinking means diversifying your sources and understanding each outlet's biases.
BLUFF turns critical thinking into a game
163+ politicians, 4 countries, verified quotes — test your political reflexes.