FIVE MYTHS

It’s not always better to be treated by a doctor than a nurse

No, bioplastics are not (necessarily) more sustainable than conventional plastics.

No, it does not encourage moderation and debate.

No, it’s not “empty” or cut off from the rest of the world.

No, gruesome initiations aren’t required, and yes, members can leave their gangs.

No, breast milk is not always better than infant formula.

No, self-driving trucks wouldn’t fix all our problems

In fact, all kinds of families want child care, and its cost has little to do with regulation.

No, 94 percent of crashes aren’t caused by drivers’ errors.

No, it’s not just the uber-rich avoiding taxes.

No, they aren’t only for rich people

The U.S. embargo isn’t to blame for all its problems, and the island isn’t frozen in time.

It’s not really controlled by Pakistan, and it doesn’t have a plan for governing.

It wasn’t inspired by the French Revolution, and mosquitoes weren’t the deciding factor.

He actually remained close with Taliban leaders — but not so much with Iranian officials.

No, it doesn’t lead to violent crime, and no, those strains aren’t that different

Actually, host cities lose money on the Games, and the athletes don’t get rich, either.

No, increasing student athletes’ compensation won’t turn off fans or conflict with Title IX.