LEFT BIAS
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- Overall, we rate Lincoln Square as Left Biased based on its explicit alignment with Democratic and anti-Trump activism and consistent framing against conservative and right-wing ideologies. We also rate it Mostly Factual for factual reporting due to transparent ownership, use of credible sources, and the absence of major factual errors, though the content is opinion-driven and one-sided.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.5)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (3.9)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Lincoln Square was launched as a collaborative project of The Lincoln Project, led by anti-Trump strategists and political operatives including Rick Wilson, Joe Trippi, Lisa Senecal, and Susan J. Demas. The platform describes itself as part of “the ferocious opposition,” a pro-democracy media hub designed to counter disinformation, authoritarianism, and right-wing extremism. It hosts commentary, podcasts, video shows, and strategy sessions by veteran journalists, military experts, and former Republican strategists.
The organization is part of The Lincoln Project’s media network, which itself evolved from a Super PAC founded by disaffected Republicans opposing Donald Trump during the 2020 election. Its editorial team includes figures with deep political and media experience, such as former Chicago Sun-Times CEO Edwin Eisendrath and Democratic strategist Joe Trippi.
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Funded by / Ownership
Lincoln Square is independently owned but operates in partnership with The Lincoln Project, receiving funding through paid subscriptions, merchandise sales via Lincoln Square Shop, and donations processed by ActBlue. The platform is hosted on Substack, where it generates revenue from monthly or annual memberships that include access to exclusive content and community features. It explicitly states that a portion of subscriptions funds advertising campaigns to “combat disinformation” and “support democracy.”
Analysis / Bias
Lincoln Square’s editorial mission is overtly activist and highly partisan. Its stated purpose is to “fight Trump, MAGA, Musk, and the Republican Party” while promoting “a ferocious pro-democracy opposition.” Articles such as “Pam Bondi: Obedient but Not Smart” and “Conservative Christians LOVE Trump’s Sh*t” use aggressive language, ridicule right-wing figures, and frame the Christian nationalist movement as a moral and political threat. Similarly, Rick Wilson’s essay “Bannon’s Third Trump Coup” portrays Steve Bannon’s rhetoric as fascist and dangerous, using emotional, combative prose typical of political commentary rather than neutral journalism.
Podcast discussions like “A Dangerous Dictator: How Trump’s Lost His Grip” feature polling analysis presented through an overtly anti-Trump framework. Hosts Joe Trippi and Alex Shashlo discuss data from AP-NORC and PRRI to highlight declining support among Hispanic voters and independents, framing Trump as a “dangerous dictator.” These conversations rely on legitimate polling sources but interpret them through a distinctly partisan lens.
Lincoln Square’s tone, branding, and fundraising appeal position it as a partisan advocacy outlet rather than an objective news source. While factually grounded and transparent in its purpose, it consistently promotes Democratic and anti-MAGA perspectives and offers little space for counterarguments. The platform’s core mission—to combat “right-wing disinformation” and “fight autocracy”—aligns it squarely with activist, left-leaning commentary media.
Failed Fact Checks
- No known failed fact checks have been issued for Lincoln Square. However, the rhetorical style and emotionally charged presentation increase the potential for selective framing or confirmation bias in its commentary.
Overall, we rate Lincoln Square as Left Biased based on its explicit alignment with Democratic and anti-Trump activism and consistent framing against conservative and right-wing ideologies. We also rate it Mostly Factual for factual reporting due to transparent ownership, use of credible sources, and the absence of major factual errors, though the content is opinion-driven and one-sided. (D. Van Zandt 10/25/2025)
Source: https://www.lincolnsquare.media/
Last Updated on October 25, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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