LEFT BIAS
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- Overall, we rate the David Pakman Show as Left Biased based on its progressive editorial perspectives and Mostly Factual in reporting rather than High due to one-sided reporting that may leave out important context.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website/Video
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The David Pakman Show is a progressive news and political talk show hosted by David Pakman. The show first aired in 2005 on a local radio station in Northampton, Massachusetts, and has since grown to include a YouTube channel, podcast, and website. The show covers news, politics, and current events from a progressive perspective.
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Funded by / Ownership
David Pakman owns the David Pakman Show, and revenue is generated through advertising, memberships, merchandise sales, and donations from viewers.
Analysis / Bias
The David Pakman Show covers various topics, including politics, social issues, and current events. The show presents news and commentary from a progressive perspective, critiquing conservative policies and politicians. The website offers interviews via the podcast.
David Pakman’s YouTube videos primarily concentrate on political commentary; for example, in this video titled “Don Jr in sad downward spiral over Trump’s indictment,” he analyzes Don Jr.’s Rumble show, where he discusses his father’s administration and the conservative movement. In one video, Pakman debunks Don Jr.’s claim that DA Alvin Bragg is funded by George Soros, stating there’s no evidence of contact or communication between them about the Trump investigation. However, Pakman’s tone mocks the former President’s eldest son, making remarks like, “Why are Don Jr’s eyes completely swollen shut? We don’t know. That seems to be similar to his own dad.” In this video, he offers a critical perspective on Don Jr.’s situation.
In the video, “Marjorie Taylor Greene’s 60 Minutes interview is an atrocity,” David Pakman analyzes and shares his perspective on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s interview on 60 Minutes. Pakman describes the interview as an “atrocity” and highlights the controversial statements and views of the “far-right white supremacist congresswoman.”
While David Pakman is strongly left-biased, his reporting is generally fact-based; however, due to significant bias, he sometimes leaves out important context that favors his point of view, resulting in a mostly factual rating in reporting.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the David Pakman Show as Left Biased based on its progressive editorial perspectives and Mostly Factual in reporting rather than High due to one-sided reporting that may leave out important context. (M. Huitsing 04/09/2023)
Source: https://davidpakman.com/
Last Updated on May 22, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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