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Mar 12 2022
Headline Roundup
Perspectives: Media Outlets Cast Doubt On Russia's Theory About US-Funded Biolabs in Ukraine
Russian state media and some voices on social media claiming adherence to QAnon have widely spread an accusation that the U.S. is funding biological weapons laboratories in Ukraine, which most outlets across the spectrum have classified as "baseless."
Some theorize that Russia's reasoning for launching airstrikes on Ukraine is to destroy supposed bioweapon-manufacturing labs where Dr.
New York Times (News) The Daily Signal BBC Fact CheckAug 06 2021
Perspectives Blog
When Ohio Speaks For the Country — Again
From the CenterThis view is from an author rated as Center.
There was a time when the state of Ohio was the nation’s political bellwether. Until last November, the Buckeye State had voted for the winning presidential candidate in every election since 1960, a record of success unmatched by any other state. But in last year’s election, the national media devoted much more attention to
Dan SchnurJan 01 2021
Perspectives Blog
Media Bias in 2020: A Look Back
A lot happened in 2020, and media bias could be seen in almost all of it.
As we put a chaotic 12 months in the rearview mirror, let’s briefly return to the year’s biggest stories in the form of a media bias calendar. From conflict in the Middle East and the start of the global pandemic to protests, riots and the presidential election, we covered it all in 2020.
January: Bias by
Henry A. BrechterFeb 10 2021
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CDC Report Says Double Masking, Knotting and Tucking Reduce Coronavirus Spread
Wearing a close-fitting cloth mask over a surgical mask, also known as “double masking,” can significantly decrease transmission of COVID-19, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released Wednesday. The report also says that “knotting the ear loops of a medical procedure mask and then tucking in and flattening the extra material close to the face
NBC News (Online) The Hill Washington ExaminerDec 31 2020
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Perspectives: New Year's Celebrations 2021
People around the world are bidding adieu to 2020 and ringing in the New Year amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Many public health officials are urging caution when it comes to celebrating 2021 in large gatherings; this year, the traditional New York Times Square countdown and ball drop will be streamed virtually, and crowds will be prohibited from Times Square for the first time since
New York Post (News) International Business Times CBS News (Online)Sep 23 2021
Perspectives Blog
Confronting our COVID condescension
From the LeftThis view is from an author rated as Lean Left.
This piece originally appeared on BraverAngels.org I’ve got to tell you this story I just heard last week. It comes from our community and it’s about condescension.
Beth Malow was planning to speak in support of mask mandates at her local school board meeting. A Braver Angel since 2017 and a physician for
Moníca Guzman, Braver AngelsDec 24 2020
Headline Roundup
On Christmas Eve, News Outlets Use Christmas to Frame Different Headlines
News outlets on the left and right both used Christmas as a framing device for top headlines and stories, but each side tended to do this for different kinds of stories. Right-rated outlets, such as Fox News and Washington Examiner, tended to feature Christmas more prominently in coverage of congressional negotiations over stimulus checks. Some left- and center-rated outlets, like CNN and AP,
NPR (Online News) CNN (Online News) Washington ExaminerDec 04 2020
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House Approves Federal Decriminalization of Marijuana
The House of Representatives voted 228-164 Friday to federally decriminalize marijuana, the first time Congress has acted on the matter. Legislators voted mostly along party lines; five Republicans and the House's one independent member voted yes, and six Democrats voted no. The Republican-controlled Senate is expected to reject the bill. Following the November elections, 15 states have now
NPR (Online News) CNN (Online News) Fox News (Online News)Jul 23 2020
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Trump Nixes Plan for GOP Convention in Jacksonville
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that the Republican National Convention events scheduled to take place in-person in Jacksonville, Fla. next month, would not be held. The president cited COVID-19 coronavirus concerns in the area as the primary reason for the cancellation.
Some left-rated voices described the move as inevitable, framing the president's management of campaign
National Review (News) Washington Post NPR (Online News)Jul 22 2020
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Sanctions, Consulate Closure Escalate US-China Tensions
Friction between the U.S. and China is ratcheted up this week. As China expands naval operations, U.S. defense officials have moved to implement countermeasures; the U.S. ordered China to close its Houston consulate over national security fears after two Chinese hackers were charged with allegedly trying to steal COVID-19 coronavirus vaccine data; and 11 Chinese companies have been sanctioned
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