[Cboldt]

I always thought that to be "slander" a statement had to be false.

Correct.

Basics of Defamation Law <-- Mash here.

Google "elements slander" and you'll find quite a few resources.

[R. Scott]

I sometimes forget that definitions for words used by news readers, commentators and political hacks change during a Presidential election year. It’s good to know that the real definitions are still there.
I’ll sure be glad to see December role around.