At an all-candidates meeting prior to the election,Jones accused the incumbent,Wilson,of having used her office to improperly improve her financial position.This was later proven to be true.Wilson argued that her reputation had been seriously damaged,and sued Jones for slander.Wilson will lose.

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In defamation cases, truth is a defense. Since Jones's accusation was proven true, Wilson's claim of slander would not succeed.

At an All-Candidates Meeting Prior to the Election,Jones Accused the Incumbent,Wilson,of