RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appeals to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, We rate La Tercera as Right-Center Biased due to its critical stance on progressive government policies and its tendency to highlight administrative inefficiencies, particularly in Chilean governance. We rate its reporting as High Factually due to its reliance on credible sources, direct official statements, and factual coverage of domestic and international events.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (2.8)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.5)
Country: Chile
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper/Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
La Tercera is a leading Chilean news outlet based in Santiago. It is part of the Copesa Group and has evolved from a print newspaper into a major digital platform. The outlet covers a broad range of topics, such as politics, business, lifestyle, culture, and sports, with a strong focus on national affairs.
Read our profile on Chile’s media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
La Tercera is part of the Chilean media conglomerate Grupo Copesa, owned by businessman Álvaro Saieh. Copesa also owns other publications like Pulso and La Cuarta. Revenue is primarily generated through digital subscriptions, advertisements, and sponsored content, as evidenced by subscription-only access to exclusive articles and a strong presence of advertisements throughout its platform.
Analysis / Bias
La Tercera maintains a centrist to center-right editorial stance, balancing coverage of Chile’s political spectrum while occasionally exhibiting a tilt toward conservative and pro-business perspectives. The outlet often provides detailed reporting on government policies, economic reforms, and political controversies. For example, articles like “Vallejo distances himself from Crispi and answers all the questions from the deputies in the commission on the Monsalve case” (excerpt analyzed; full access requires subscription) highlight scrutiny of government officials and processes. This aligns with its critical tone toward the current left-leaning administration of President Gabriel Boric.
On societal and economic issues, La Tercera emphasizes topics such as migrant regulation, public sector reforms, and corruption cases, with headlines like “Chaos, queues, and confusion mark the recruitment of migrants at the Victor Jara Stadium and force the suspension of the process.“ The stories’ framing emphasizes administrative shortcomings, echoing conservative viewpoints.
Internationally, La Tercera covers global politics and defense, such as “These are the first M1A2T tanks that Taiwan received from the US to strengthen its defense against threats from China,” highlighting geopolitical tensions and defense strategies, particularly those involving Western alliances, the reporting, sourced from Infobae, and Cato Institute, remains factual and neutral.
The outlet consistently relies on credible sources and direct statements from officials. However, occasional reliance on framing that highlights political inefficiencies can introduce a degree of subjectivity, particularly in its coverage of the Boric administration.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, We rate La Tercera as Right-Center Biased due to its critical stance on progressive government policies and its tendency to highlight administrative inefficiencies, particularly in Chilean governance. We rate its reporting as High Factually due to its reliance on credible sources, direct official statements, and factual coverage of domestic and international events. (M. Huitsing 12/18/2024)
Source: https://www.latercera.com/
Last Updated on December 18, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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