LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate progressive/liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes) to favor progressive/liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the Addison Independent as Left-Center biased based on editorial positions that moderately align with the left. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to their strong sourcing and a clean fact check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-3.5)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Addison Independent is a local newspaper based in Middlebury, Vermont. It covers regional news, politics, and community affairs. Established in 1946, it serves Addison County and focuses on hyper-local reporting.
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Funded by / Ownership
The paper is family-owned and operates on a traditional revenue model, generating income through advertising, subscriptions, and local sponsorships.
Analysis / Bias
The Addison Independent presents balanced local news coverage, with articles such as Middlebury OKs $49.5M Sewer Bond demonstrating straightforward reporting. The paper does not cover national or international news.
However, its editorial section leans left, as seen in pieces like Editorial: If You Believe Him, You Lose, which is critical of President Trump and employs emotionally loaded language. Another editorial, Editorial: Reckless Actions, Lack of Concern, Hurt Us All, also reflects a left-leaning perspective. Despite this editorial stance, news articles remain neutral and well-sourced.
Failed Fact Check
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Addison Independent as Left-Center biased based on editorial positions that moderately align with the left. We also rate them as High for factual reporting due to their strong sourcing and a clean fact check record. (D. Van Zandt 03/12/2025)
Source: https://www.addisonindependent.com/
Last Updated on March 12, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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