Latest Fact-Checks By Willoughby Mariano

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Georgia Congressman says food supply extremely safe

January 19, 2011

The nation's food supply is "99.99 percent safe."

Marietta Republican says a single immigrant can lead to more than 270 others

January 18, 2011

Under current U.S. immigration policy, "literally one person with a green card" can, in the extreme, bring in more than 270 of his relatives.

Sons of Confederate Veterans spokesman said many blacks fought for the South

January 7, 2011

"You’ll find blacks in almost every regiment throughout the South who fought right alongside white Southerners," during the Civil War.

Economist says state can do little for short-term job growth

January 5, 2011

State governments have little ability to stimulate job growth in the short run.

University System official says out-of-state tuition covers costs

December 17, 2010

"Every student paying out-of-state tuition actually covers more than the cost of instruction."

Hit zombie series shows CDC blowing up after generators fail

December 10, 2010

In the case of a catastrophic event, the Atlanta-area offices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will self-destruct.

Atlanta ranks 25th in crime ranking

December 7, 2010

The city of Atlanta ranks 25th among U.S. cities with the highest crime rates.

DeKalb commissioner says low-flow toilets can be costly

December 1, 2010

Low-flow toilets "can cost homeowners up to $1,000 each."

2000 Super Bowl’s economic impact tallied at $292 million

November 19, 2010

The economic impact of Atlanta's 2000 Super Bowl was $292 million.

Perdue touts state’s rising graduation rates

November 12, 2010

Georgia's high school graduation rate topped 80 percent in 2010.

Hospital says Georgia’s kids second-fattest in nation

November 8, 2010

"Georgia has the second-highest rate of childhood obesity in the United States."

Fulton elections chief pledged quick tallies

November 5, 2010

The Fulton County vote count will be finished by 11:30 p.m. on election night.

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