Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies – Bias and Credibility

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 appealing 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.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY

History

Founded in 1970, The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies is a U.S. national nonprofit institution that researches public policy issues of special concern to African Americans.  According to its mission statement, “the Joint Center, through research, policy roundtables, and publications, produces innovative, high-impact ideas, research, and policy solutions that have a positive impact on people and communities of color.” The current President is Spencer Overton.

Funded by / Ownership

The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Foundations, public charities, and individuals provide funding.

Analysis / Bias

In review, The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies provides research on ideas to improve the socioeconomic status and civic engagement of African Americans. The website provides research papers, policy briefs, and surveys. Headlines and articles do not use loaded emotional language and are properly sourced, such as this: Policies to Help Black & Latino Businesses Use Mobile Apps to Grow.

In general, this source advocates for policy favored by the left.

Failed Fact Checks

• None in the Last 5 years

Overall, we rate The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies Left-Center Biased based on advocacy for left-leaning policy. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (5/18/2016) Updated (D. Van Zandt 02/10/2023)

Source: https://jointcenter.org/