The good thing about the internet, is anyone who really wants the truth can go source information themsleves. As opposed to the massive disinformation the mainstream media has been serving up by the truckloads for more than a little while now. :)
What you say is true, monkeywrench. I think, though, that if you are an author wishing to be authoritative and enlighten people, it would be more effective if you provide sources. That would automatically send the message that you are willing to back up your statements and are not exaggerating or hedging. JMO, 'cos I know it works for me as a reader who only wants to be told the truth.