Beyond the Noise: Choosing Facts Over Viral Drama This Election

The real issues get lost when we spend more time reacting to viral drama. In just a few weeks, on September 1, Guyanese citizens will make one of the most important decisions for our country, the choice of who will lead us for the next five years.

 In today’s world, most of us get our news and opinions from social media particularly, Facebook. This is not a bad thing, social media is powerful, fast, and the platforms make us feel connected. But there’s also danger because it’s also full of “alternative facts” - half-truths, rumors, and emotional posts designed to distract, confuse, or divide.

Social media influencers, political commentators, and even anonymous accounts can sound convincing, but their goal isn’t always to help you think critically it’s often to push their own agenda.

Before you share or believe something, ask yourself: Who posted this? What’s their source? Do other reliable outlets confirm it?

This election isn’t about who shouts the loudest online, it’s about jobs, education, healthcare, safety, and the economy. The real issues get lost when we spend more time reacting to viral drama than listening to plans and policies.

Remember, every click, comment, and share has power, but nothing is more powerful than your vote. On September 1, make sure your decision comes from facts, vision, and the bigger picture and not from noise and distraction.