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Seeking the Best Sources
Trust in journalism is at a historic low. According to Gallup, just 28% of Americans say they trust mass media, down from 53% two decades ago. Knowing which sources deserve our attention has become a real challenge.
"Never in the history of the world have we had easier access to more information—some of it true, some of it false, and much of it partially true. Consequently, never… has it been more important to learn how to correctly discern between truth and error."
President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "What Is Truth?", CES Devotional, January 2013
For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, one way to navigate this landscape is to consider what Church leaders themselves have referenced. This project documents mainstream news sources cited in General Conference. While a citation does not imply endorsement, these references offer a window into the kinds of journalism that informed leaders engage with, and a starting point for our own careful evaluation.
""If there is anything virtuous, lovely, or of good report or praiseworthy, we seek after these things.""
Article of Faith 13
Browse the sources below to see what Church leaders have referenced. Visit our Media Quality page to learn what it means to seek out sources of good report.
Most-Referenced Sources
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Members of the Church are encouraged to be informed and engaged citizens. Staying current with trustworthy journalism is one way to fulfill that responsibility.
"We should be knowledgeable citizens who are active in making our influence felt in civic affairs."
President Dallin H. Oaks, "Civic Engagement," General Conference, April 2021