These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by using appeal to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
Overall, we rate the Fort Myers News-Press Left-Center Biased based on editorial positions that tend to lean left. We also rate then High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact check record.
Detailed Report
Factual Reporting: HIGH Country: USA World Press Freedom Rank: USA 48/180
History
Founded in 1884, The News-Press is a daily broadsheet newspaper located in Fort Myers, Florida, serving primarily Lee County, as well as parts of Hendry, Collier, and Charlotte Counties. The current editor is Cindy McCurry-Ross.
Funded by / Ownership
The News-Press of Fort Myers was purchased by Gannett Company in 1971. Although Gannett still owns the News-Press, it is likely Gatehouse Media will purchase Gannett during this year. The newspaper is funded through adverting and subscription fees.
A factual search reveals they have not failed a fact check.
Overall, we rate the Fort Myers News-Press Left-Center Biased based on editorial positions that tend to lean left. We also rate then High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact check record. (D. Van Zandt 8/2/2019)
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