Editor & Publisher - Bias and Credibility

LEAST BIASED

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Overall, we rate Editor & Publisher as Least Biased based on a balanced editorial perspective and consistent focus on media-related news. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED (-0.6)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (0.6)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Magazine
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY

History

Editor & Publisher (E&P) has a rich history as a cornerstone of the news media industry. Established in 1901, it was long regarded as the “bible of the newspaper industry,” focusing on traditional news publishing. Over time, E&P expanded its coverage to encompass all facets of news media and multimedia publishing. Today, it continues to print a monthly magazine online and in print. They are based in Henderson, Tennessee.

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Funded by / Ownership

The Curated Experiences Group owns Editor & Publisher (E&P), led by media consultant Mike Blinder. They generate revenue through magazine subscriptions, advertising, and industry-affiliated partnerships.

Analysis / Bias

E&P primarily serves as a trade publication focusing on the journalism and news media sectors. Its content includes industry news, analysis, and commentary aimed at media professionals. Given its role, E&P strives to maintain a neutral and informative tone, providing balanced coverage of media-related topics. Wording of articles is straightforward with minimal bias like this Pentagon doubles number of news outlets to ‘rotate’ out from office spaces. Like all reviewed, this story relies on credible sources such as Reuters.

Editorially, E&P produces opinion pieces rooted in fact that exhibit minimal bias and tend to cover both sides, such as NLGJA’s ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ journalists: Progress, challenges, and a vision for the future. This is reasonably balanced as it provides a comprehensive overview of the advancements and ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ+ journalists, offering perspectives on achievements and areas needing improvement.

Failed Fact Check

None in the Last 5 years

Overall, we rate Editor & Publisher as Least Biased based on a balanced editorial perspective and consistent focus on media-related news. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 02/08/2025)

Source: https://www.editorandpublisher.com/

Last Updated on February 8, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check