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Jun 16 2020
Headline Roundup
Calls Mount for Minnesota Freedom Fund Spending Accountability
The Minnesota Freedom Fund received backlash after the organization stated Monday that it spent "well over" $200,000 bailing protestors out of jail, despite having received $35 million in donations. The Minnesota Freedom Fund later tweeted a thread explaining they had already paid “all protest-related bail that has come our way” and shared how they plan to spend the rest of their funds.
Washington Post New York Post (News) ForbesMar 29 2023
Headline Roundup
Polarized Media Defends Different Communities After Nashville Shooting
After Monday's school shooting in Nashville that left seven people dead, sources across the spectrum moved to defend different groups.
For Context: The LGBTQ+ and Christian communities are the subject of analysis following the shooting. Police identified the shooter, 28-year-old Audrey Hale, as transgender. The shooting happened at a Christian elementary school that Hale once attended.
NBC News (Online) Newsweek Fox News (Online News)Jun 06 2020
Headline Roundup
New York Times Flip-Flops on Tom Cotton's Op-Ed
After receiving backlash for publishing an op-ed by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) Wednesday, the New York Times added an editor's note to the article stating that it "fell short of our standards and should not have been published." Cotton's column advocated for the use of military force to curb nationwide protests and riots following George Floyd's death in police custody.
While some left-
New York Times (Opinion) Associated Press New York Post (News)Jun 02 2020
Headline Roundup
Extremist Group Involvement in Recent Protests, Violence
The extent to which extremist groups have been involved with rioting and protests following the death of George Floyd is the focus of prominent and sometimes divided media coverage.
Some coverage from left-rated outlets gave speculation of alt-right groups and white supremacists inciting violence in otherwise peaceful protests. Conversely, right-rated outlets focused more on seeming
New York Times (News) The Hill Fox News (Online News)Nov 01 2012
Perspectives Blog
Newspaper endorsements from around the country
Looking at the Presidential endorsements of the top 100 newspapers, we see that they generally stuck with their reputation, but there were a few changes and surprises.
Update: Since originally writing this blog, 13 more endorsements have been made. I've updated the numbers below, but should also point out 2 more switches (papers who endorsed the candidate from one party 4 years ago that John Gable, AllSides Co-founderFeb 21 2022
Headline Roundup
Perspectives: Presidents Day 2022
How are different sides of the political spectrum discussing the Presidents Day holiday this year?
The third Monday in February is a U.S. federal holiday, commemorating George Washington's birthday of Feb. 22. Today, the day is used to reflect on Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and other past presidents and their efforts to build the U.S. into a civilized nation. The day is also a good
Politico International Business Times National Review (News)Jul 25 2022
Headline Roundup
Pope Francis Apologizes for 'Evil' Committed Against Indigenous Children in Canada
Pope Francis on Monday publicly apologized for the Catholic Church's role in the "evil" committed against several generations of indigenous children at Canadian residential schools.
The Pope described his six-day visit to Canada as a "penitential pilgrimage" and expressed regret for the "many Christians who supported the colonizing mentality of the powers that oppressed the indigenous
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How to Spot 16 Types of Media Bias
Types of media bias such as spin, slant, and sensationalism can distort our view. See examples of media bias appearing in journalism.
Jul 12 2022
Headline Roundup
New York Times Poll Compares Support for Trump, DeSantis in Potential 2024 Matchup
A New York Times/Siena College poll released Tuesday suggests that former President Donald Trump has lost some support among Republicans, but would still beat other GOP hopefuls in 2024 presidential election matchups.
A survey of 350 respondents showed that 65% of potential Republican voters with college educations would oppose Trump in 2024 primaries, and 64% of potential voters under
New York Times (News) National Review (News) Florida PoliticsJan 09 2023
Headline Roundup
How is Biden Responding to the Crisis at the Southern Border?
This week, President Joe Biden paid his first visit to the southern border since taking office. What is he doing to help solve the crisis of record-setting migrant arrivals?
A New Plan: Last week, the Biden administration released a "Border Enforcement Actions" plan, including more expedited removal of unauthorized migrants, heightened focus on drug smugglers, immigration aid for
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