RIGHT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward conservative causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information that may damage conservative causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Right Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate America Insider as right-biased based on editorial perspectives that align with conservative ideology. We also rate them Mixed for factual reporting due to poor sourcing and the promotion of right-wing propaganda.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT
Factual Reporting: MIXED
Country: USA
MBFC Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
AmericaInsider.org is a news website covering various topics, including politics, entertainment, and current events. The editorial team is led by David Rufful and Joshua Riddle, who are also owners of the Young Conservatives, a website rated as “Right Biased” and “Questionable” by Media Bias Fact Check.
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Funded by / Ownership
AmericaInsider.org was founded and is owned by Josh Riddle and David Rufful. Advertising and merch sales generate revenue. Riddle and Rufful also own AnalyzingAmerica.com.
Analysis / Bias
The articles on America Insider often focus on conservative viewpoints and are critical of liberal policies and figures. For example, an article titled “Impeachment Inquiry Demanded Over Biden’s 5K Alias Emails” uses phrases like “Demanded Over Biden’s” to suggest a sense of urgency and scandal. In addition, in the article, the hyperlink labeled “discovered” leads back to the same website, creating a circular reference. This practice raises questions about the article’s credibility as it doesn’t allow for independent verification of the information. The article relies heavily on statements from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a known conservative figure, without providing counter-arguments or perspectives from other parties, making it unbalanced reporting.
Another article, “Biden Sets All-Time Presidential Record,” uses emotionally charged language. The tone of the article is critical and seems to push a narrative against Biden: “Biden has been on vacation for roughly 40% of his time in office” and “Critics have pointed out that Biden has been on vacation for an entire year, even though his vacation days are not consecutive.” indicate a biased perspective.
The article does not provide a balanced view and leans heavily on presenting Biden in a negative light. The article cites the Washington Examiner and social media posts as its source. They also cite various polls like Gallup Poll, Reuters/Ipsos Poll, and CNN’s “Poll of Polls” to support their claims. However, it does not provide hyperlinks to these sources for verification.
In general, americaInsider.org leans toward the right in its political orientation. The website uses biased wording and sometimes sensationalist framing to present news stories. While the articles are based on factual events, the way they are presented could be seen as aiming to provoke a specific emotional or political response from the reader.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate America Insider as right-biased based on editorial perspectives that align with conservative ideology. We also rate them Mixed for factual reporting due to poor sourcing and the promotion of right-wing propaganda. (M. Huitsing 09/02/2023)
Source: https://www.americainsider.org/
Last Updated on September 2, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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