Last updated on February 26th, 2020 at 07:48 am
LEAST BIASED
These sources have minimal bias and use very few loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes). The reporting is factual and usually sourced. These are the most credible media sources. See all Least Biased Sources.
- Overall, we rate the Burnett County Sentinel Least Biased based on balanced story selection and Mostly Factual, rather than High, due to a failed fact check.
Detailed Report
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Country: USA
World Press Freedom Rank: USA 48/180
History
Founded in 1875, the Burnett County Sentinel is a local daily paper serving Burnett County, Wisconsin. The paper features local news, Crime & Safety and an Opinion section.
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Funded by / Ownership
The paper is owned by Eugene Johnson and funded through advertising and donations.
Analysis / Bias
In review, local news reporting is done through local writers. There is little use of loaded language and information is generally sourced through quotations. Editorially, there is a reasonable balance of view points.
A factual search reveals they have failed a fact check.
Overall, we rate the Burnett County Sentinel Least Biased based on balanced story selection and Mostly Factual, rather than High, due to a failed fact check. (D. Van Zandt 6/3/2018) Updated (10/16/2019)
Source: http://www.burnettcountysentinel.com
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