Analyzing Syndicated Headline Drift — Analyzing Syndicated Headline Drift

As stories spread, headlines often become increasingly sensationalized and detached from the original quotes. To combat this drift, researchers must trace claims back to their primary source.

Under the Privacy Act of 1974, agencies must keep an accurate accounting of the date, nature, and purpose of certain disclosures. This tracking mechanism ensures that the path of personal information can be audited and verified.