LEFT BIAS
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- Overall, we rate Owen Jones News as Far-Left Biased and Mostly Factual in reporting. While the site uses credible sources, the content is advocacy-oriented, heavily one-sided, and written with strong ideological framing that leaves out opposing context.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-7.3)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (2.6)
Country: United Kingdom
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Owen Jones News is the personal Substack of Owen Jones, a British journalist, author, and commentator. Jones is known for his socialist political stance and activism. He previously authored Chavs: The Demonization of the Working Class (2011) and The Establishment: And How They Get Away With It (2014).
Jones is a columnist for The Guardian and has also written for New Statesman, The Independent, The New York Times, and others. He also operates a YouTube channel.
Read our profile on the UK’s media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
The site is independently operated and monetized through Substack subscriptions. Jones also earns income through his journalism, books, and YouTube content.
Analysis / Bias
Owen Jones’ Substack primarily features commentary rather than straight news. His writing is unapologetically ideological, with articles such as “Trump plots far-right dictatorship” describing the U.S. right as authoritarian and dangerous. Similarly, in coverage of Gaza, he adopts the language of genocide, citing UN reports and NGOs but presenting them through strongly activist framing. This tone positions his Substack as advocacy journalism rather than neutral reporting.
While Jones cites credible sources, such as the UN and Amnesty International, articles are presented in an emotionally charged and adversarial style. The site appeals to a progressive/leftist audience, often portraying right-wing figures as existential threats to democracy and social justice. This ideological framing, while consistent with Jones’ public persona as a socialist commentator, limits balance and creates a Far-Left bias profile.
Failed Fact Checks
- No known failed fact checks.
Overall, we rate Owen Jones News as Far-Left Biased and Mostly Factual in reporting. While the site uses credible sources, the content is advocacy-oriented, heavily one-sided, and written with strong ideological framing that leaves out opposing context. (D. Van Zandt 09/21/2025)
Source: https://www.owenjones.news/
Last Updated on September 21, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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