Ordered that the order is affirmed insofar as appealed from, with costs.
Contrary to the defendant's contention, he failed to establish his prima facie entitlement to judgment as a matter of law. Although truth is a complete defense to an action to recover damages for libel or slander (see, Carter v Visconti,
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