statistic question

Keep your eyes and ears open as you read or listen to the news this week. Find/discover an example of statistics in the news to discuss the following statement that represents one of the objectives of statistics analysis: “Statistics helps us make decisions based on data analysis.” Briefly discuss how the news item or article meets this objective. Cite your references.

Class, by now you know what Statistics is about.
Everyone talks about Statistics today, but do you trust everyone? Tell your classmates and me what you think about the above quote and give examples that support your statement based on what you hear and read about statistics this week.