Introduction
Public Spheres, Media, and Democracy
The Phenomenon of (Political) Fact-Checking
Understanding the Global Rise of Fact-Checking
The Emergence of Fact-checking in the USA
The Emergence of Fact-Checking in Argentina
The Emergence of Fact-Checking in Italy
The Emergence of Fact-Checking in Georgia
Comparing Fact-Checking Initiatives around the World
Fact-Checking Initiatives in Different Political-Media Contexts
Discussion
Conclusion.