Philosophy & Ideas

The Truth About Truth

In an Age of Misinformation, What Does It Mean to Know Something?

Jennifer Saul

Philosopher at the University of Waterloo, specializing in epistemology, philosophy of language, and feminist philosophy.

February 8, 2026·8 min read

The Truth About Truth

The concept of "post-truth" — the idea that objective facts are less influential than emotional appeals in shaping public opinion — has become central to discussions of contemporary politics. But the philosophical questions it raises about the nature of truth, knowledge, and belief are ancient. Epistemology has never been more relevant.

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