John Seigenthaler

John Seigenthaler

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John Seigenthaler was an American journalist and editor, best known for his long tenure at USA Today and his role as a prominent figure in broadcast journalism. He gained significant attention after being falsely represented in a Wikipedia entry, which led to a public discussion about the reliability of user-generated content. This incident highlighted the challenges of misinformation in online platforms and reinforced the importance of credible sources in journalism.

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A False Wikipedia ‘Biography’ by John Seigenthaler (USA Today).

Wikipedia won our trust. Can we use that model everywhere?
The Globe and Mail·CanadaCanada· 2025-12-25
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