LEAST BIASED
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- Overall, we rate the Fayetteville Observer Least Biased based on slightly conservative editorials and liberal-leaning opinion pieces that strike a reasonable balance. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEAST BIASED
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 1816, the Fayetteville Observer is published daily in Fayetteville, North Carolina. It is also the oldest newspaper in North Carolina. The current news editor is Lorry Williams and the opinion editor Myron B. Pitts.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Fayetteville Observer is owned by Gannett (Gatehouse Media), which publishes USA Today. In August 2019, Gatehouse Media purchased and merged with Gannett becoming the largest newspaper chain in the USA. After the merger, the companies retained the Gannett name. The newspaper is funded through advertising and paid subscriptions.
Analysis / Bias
In review, the Fayetteville Observer covers local news through journalists with minimal bias in reporting such as this; Cooper delays decision on N.C. school reopening plans. National and international news comes from other Gannett publications and the Associated Press. In general, news reporting is low-biased and factual.
Editorially, the Fayetteville Observer publishes a mix of left and right opinions with slightly more favoring the left.
Failed Fact Checks
- None
Overall, we rate the Fayetteville Observer Least Biased based on slightly conservative editorials and liberal-leaning opinion pieces that strike a reasonable balance. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 7/2/2020) Updated (07/01/2022)
Source: https://www.fayobserver.com/
Last Updated on May 24, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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