LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate progressive/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 progressive/liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the Los Angeles Sentinel as left-center biased due to its editorial stance on social justice issues and its political endorsements. The publication is rated as mostly factual rather than high due to poor sourcing.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Established in 1933, the Los Angeles Sentinel is a weekly newspaper (every Thursday) owned and operated by African Americans, focusing on topics relevant to the local African American community. Colonel Leon H. Washington founded the Los Angeles Sentinel, serving the L.A. area.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Los Angeles Sentinel is owned by Bakewell Media and headed by Danny J. Bakewell Sr. The newspaper’s funding comes from advertising revenue and subscription fees.
Analysis / Bias
The Los Angeles Sentinel, owned by Bakewell Media, prominently focuses on the African American community, reflecting priorities and perspectives that advocate for their rights and interests. The newspaper combines news, commentary, and features, often highlighting issues related to social justice, civil rights, and community matters, catering to its audience’s concerns and aspirations.
In examining specific content, such as the sponsored article “Building a More Inclusive Economy: Q&A with JPMorgan Chase’s Thelma Ferguson,” it is important to note that sponsored articles are created in collaboration with or funded by external organizations, which can influence the tone and perspective presented. This article discusses JPMorgan Chase’s efforts towards diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly their $30 billion Racial Equity Commitment. It includes statements from Thelma Ferguson, a company representative, on their initiatives and goals. Factually, the article accurately represents JPMorgan Chase’s stated commitments and initiatives, corroborated by information on their website regarding their racial equity efforts.
Conversely, the editorial piece “Donald Trump’s Win in Iowa Should Be Wake-up Call for Black Voters” urges Black voter engagement and emphasizes the importance of voter turnout in shaping American democracy. While the article references factual events, such as Former President Trump’s involvement in the Capitol riot, it lacks specific evidence or citations to support its broader claims. For example, the article criticizes Trump for economic challenges during the pandemic. A quote from the article reads, “Let’s not forget who was asleep at the switch when the pandemic first came onto the shores of the United States. Yes, the one and only Donald Trump.” However, it overlooks broader economic factors like global conditions, Federal Reserve policies, etc. This absence of citations undermines its argument. Similarly, while it suggests Trump’s potential return to the White House, it fails to provide supporting evidence or polling data, making its broader arguments less substantiated.
Considering the nature of the content—from sponsored articles to editorials—and the publication’s endorsement of Democratic Presidential candidate Joe Biden in 2024, the Los Angeles Sentinel exhibits a left-center bias, mainly through its focus on social justice topics and political endorsements.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Los Angeles Sentinel as left-center biased due to its editorial stance on social justice issues and its political endorsements. The publication is rated as mostly factual rather than high due to poor sourcing. (M. Huitsing 02/27/2024)
Source: lasentinel.net
Last Updated on February 27, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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