MEDIA BIAS

Dec 14 2024POLITICS

The Rising Tide of Hate: A New Documentary on Antisemitism Hits Screens

Briarcliff Entertainment has picked up the rights to release "October H8te" in early 2025. This documentary, directed by Wendy Sachs, delves into the surge of antisemitism and anti-Israel demonstrations since a Hamas attack on October 7. The film highlights protests on U. S. college campuses, where

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Nov 26 2024POLITICS

Unions' Secret Cash: The Inside Scoop

Did you know that three big-name publications have been quietly pocketing hundreds of thousands of dollars from teachers' unions? These outlets—The New Republic, American Prospect, and Courier Newsroom—have collectively grabbed $905, 000 from the American Federation of Teachers and the National Educ

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Nov 25 2024POLITICS

The Shifting Role of Media in a Polarized World

Last week, people reacted strongly to news that MSNBC's "Morning Joe" hosts, Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, met with President-Elect Donald Trump. Jim VandeHei, co-founder of Axios and Politico, defended the meeting, saying journalists need more information to share and report. However, critic

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Nov 13 2024POLITICS

Why Believing in Conspiracies Can Predict Voting Habits

Donald Trump's presidential campaign was based on lies, yet he won. From the economy to immigration and abortion, his promises were far from the truth. Despite this, inflation is down, growth is up, and crime rates are low. Trump created a mindset where people could ignore facts and focus on hate in

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Nov 12 2024POLITICS

Is Science About Politics or Facts?

Laura Helmuth, the chief editor of Scientific American, found herself in hot water after posting some not-so-classy comments about Donald Trump and his supporters on Election Night. She later apologized, but some serious soul-searching is still needed, not just for her, but for the entire scientific

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Why Double Standards Hurt Feminism

Feminism promotes independence, choice, and freedom from objectification. Yet, when it comes to women in politics, things get confusing. Democratic women are often praised, while Republicans face criticism. Take Usha Vance, wife of Senator J. D. Vance. She's highly educated and supports her husband,

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Bret Baier's Interviews: A Tale of Two Approaches

Bret Baier, a Fox News anchor, has a reputation for asking tough questions. But how he asks them can vary greatly, as seen in his recent interviews with former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. With Trump, Baier started off easy, asking about the most important issue facing th

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Oct 18 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris's Fox News Flop: A Lesson in Media Bias and Preparation

Vice President Kamala Harris had a rough night during her Fox News interview with Bret Baier. The real story wasn't what she said, but what she didn't say. For the first time, a reporter directly asked about her role in allegedly hiding President Biden's declining mental fitness. This is a question

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Oct 05 2024POLITICS

A Fresh Look at Gaza: Who's Failing Whom?

Gaza, a narrow coastal strip, has been the stage for a long-standing conflict between Israel and Palestine. As we mark another anniversary of the 2012 Hamas attack, it's clear that the international community's approach to this dispute hasn't worked. Despite heavy civilian casualties in Gaza, Wester

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Oct 04 2024POLITICS

The Great Crime Numbers Switcheroo: What You Need to Know

The FBI has made a shocking change to its crime statistics, which could have serious implications for President Biden's legacy on public safety. The new numbers reveal that violent crimes actually increased by 4.5% in 2022, compared to the previous year. This change adds nearly 80,000 violent crimes

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