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 using appeal 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.
- The AZ Liberty Network is a conservative nonprofit think tank that promotes free-market and socially conservative policies in Arizona. While it cites its nonprofit status, the group lacks transparency on donor funding and sources much of its material from ideologically aligned partners. Overall, AZ Liberty Network is rated Right Biased and Mixed Factual due to its selective use of information, one-sided presentation of issues, and the use of sources that fail fact checks.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT (6.4)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (5.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
AZ Liberty Network is an Arizona-based nonprofit think tank located in Tempe, Arizona. According to its About Us page, its mission is to “increase public knowledge and civic participation so that Arizona citizens can effectively engage on political, social, cultural and economic issues.” The group lists a Leadership Team and Board, but provides minimal historical background on its founding.
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Funded by / Ownership
AZ Liberty Network is a nonprofit organization. It does not disclose detailed financial information or the names of its donors on its donation page, thereby limiting transparency. However, it is a member of the State Policy Network, which has received millions of dollars in funding from fossil fuel interests and conservative donor-advised funds, including DonorsTrust, the Searle Freedom Trust, the Walton Family Foundation, and the Bradley Foundation. SPN-affiliated groups often receive direct grants and share messaging infrastructure. Notably, SPN has promoted climate denial and partnered with organizations like the Heartland Institute, Cato Institute, and Heritage Foundation that question the scientific consensus on climate change.
The organization lists Coalition Partners that include right-leaning groups such as Moms for Liberty, which has been linked to spreading misinformation. Its alignment with these partners suggests ideological and funding ties consistent with the State Policy Network model of conservative nonprofits.
Analysis / Bias
AZ Liberty Network functions as a conservative policy and advocacy organization. Its Projects and Policy & Education pages link to material promoting climate change skepticism, pro-life positions, and other socially conservative policies.
Rather than publishing original, balanced research, the site amplifies partner groups’ content, frequently omitting opposing perspectives. The partnership list and issue focus show strong alignment with right-wing social and economic policy agendas. For example, links to groups opposing climate science and promoting school privatization illustrate selective framing consistent with conservative priorities.
Failed Fact Checks
- There are no direct failed fact checks for AZ Liberty Network. However, its coalition partners, such as Moms for Liberty, have been documented promoting misinformation, which raises concerns about reliability.
The AZ Liberty Network is a conservative nonprofit think tank that promotes free-market and socially conservative policies in Arizona. While it cites its nonprofit status, the group lacks transparency on donor funding and sources much of its material from ideologically aligned partners. Overall, AZ Liberty Network is rated Right Biased and Mixed Factual due to its selective use of information, one-sided presentation of issues, and the use of sources that fail fact checks. (D. Van Zandt 09/04/2025)
Source: https://azlibertynetwork.org/
Last Updated on September 4, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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