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 appealing 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 The Mitchell Daily Republic Right-Center Biased based on story selection and editorial positions that slightly favor the right. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Mitchell Daily Republic is a newspaper published in Mitchell, South Dakota. The website mitchellrepublic.com features local and national news, politics, sports, entertainment, business, classifieds, and health.
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Funded by / Ownership
The Mitchell Daily Republic is owned by Forum Communications Company, which is based in North Dakota and has additional locations across South Dakota, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. Advertising and subscriptions generate revenue.
Analysis / Bias
In review, The Mitchell Daily Republic reports on news, sports, weather, crime, and entertainment for the greater Mitchell, SD region. Reporters demonstrate minimal bias when reporting local news, such as this Downtown Mitchell property owners hit with higher tax due to increased property valuations. Further, the website publishes national and international news from credible sources such as the LA Times and Reuters. Finally, all information is sourced via first-person accounts or through credible media.
Editorially, The Mitchell Daily Republic reasonably represents both sides. However, a review of columnists demonstrates more favor the right. In general, the news is reported factually and with right-leaning editorial bias.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate The Mitchell Daily Republic Right-Center Biased based on story selection and editorial positions that slightly favor the right. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (M. Huitsing 09/07/2022)
Source: https://www.mitchellrepublic.com/
Last Updated on September 7, 2022 by Media Bias Fact Check
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