The Power of Truth in Political Discourse In a recent town hall meeting, a constituent challenged Representative Mark Alford (R-MO) about former President Donald Trump's claims that Ukraine started the war with Russia, a narrative that starkly contrasts with historical facts and international consensus. Alford's denial of awareness of these statements, despite clear evidence to the contrary, highlights a troubling trend of misinformation in political discourse. Misinformation, especially on crit