QUESTIONABLE SOURCE
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- Overall, we rate Left Action Questionable based on Extreme Left-wing bias, poor sourcing, and a complete lack of transparency.
Detailed Report
Reasoning: Propaganda, Conspiracy, Poor Sourcing, Lack of Transparency
Bias Rating: EXTREME LEFT
Factual Reporting: LOW
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: LOW CREDIBILITY
History
Left Action is a network that proclaims over 1,000,000 activists committed to making a difference and fighting for progressive causes. According to their about page: “Left Action is a network encompassing a range of sites and Facebook pages, powered by millions of progressives. The flagship website is at http://LeftAction.com, and the main Facebook page is at http://Facebook.com/LeftAction.”
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Funded by / Ownership
The Left Action Website does not disclose ownership or any names in their contact form. There does not appear to be a source of revenue for this website/organization.
Analysis / Bias
In review, the Left Action sporadically provides news that often targets former President Donald Trump, such as this: “Trump Sucks” FB page tops 800,000 fans. This entire story appears to be the headline. This emotionally loaded headline links to a Facebook poll, which is not credible: Poll: Which is smarter, Trump supporters or a rock? In general, this source does not provide credible information, and its purpose is unknown.
Failed Fact Checks
- “Hunter Biden was chairman of the World Food Program, which just won the Nobel Peace Prize. Eric Trump, Donald J Trump Jr, Ivanka Trump are banned from ever operating a charity again because they stole donations to children with cancer.” – False
- Social Media Posts Misrepresent Tennessee Bill Allowing Common Law Marriage. – False
Overall, we rate Left Action Questionable based on Extreme Left-wing bias, poor sourcing, and a complete lack of transparency. (D. Van Zandt 5/13/2016) Updated (02/17/2023)
Source: http://leftaction.com/
Last Updated on May 31, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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