Senate Fact Check Round-Up

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As the 2012 elections draw closer, you can expect to see more and more Civil Beat Fact Checks. Some recent examples you may have missed: 

• Rep. Mazie Hirono‘s claim that she is the only Senate candidate who opposed the Bush-era tax cuts. Civil Beat grade: False. 

• Former Hawaii Gov. Linda Lingle‘s claim that the nation’s debt has exceeded its gross domestic product for the first time ever. Civil Beat grade: Half true. 

Have you heard or read statements from Hawaii officials or candidates that deserve scrutiny? What’s on your Fact Check wish list? 

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