faintdeception

How are citizens supposed to figure out who's telling the truth these days?

Isn't the news media supposed to be like a referee for the truth? How is it possible for two sides to go on the air during the same broadcast and tell contradictory stories without anyone calling bullshit?

A friend was telling me that you guys have to put forth the best defense possible even if you know your client is absolutely guilty.

He went on to say that the best barristers are really good at doing this, but leaving the prosecution with an opening to hang their client with.

How true is this comment?

What is it going to take to end drug prohibition in America?