LEFT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward liberal causes through story selection and/or political affiliation. They may utilize strong loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information that may damage liberal causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Left Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate Oxfam America as left-biased due to its consistent promotion of progressive values and advocacy for social, economic, and environmental justice. We rate them mixed in factual reporting because some reports we analyzed showed a strong ideological stance, with certain sources challenging to verify due to broken links or outdated references.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT
Factual Reporting: MIXED
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
Oxfam America, founded in 1970 as part of the International Confederation of Oxfam organizations, aims to address poverty, hunger, and social injustice through various programs and initiatives. Abby Maxman serves as the President & CEO, and the organization is based in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Funded by / Ownership
Oxfam America is a 501(c)(3) non-profit funded by individual donations, foundations, and corporate partners, including Facebook, Unilever, Cisco Foundation, and Microsoft. The organization does not accept U.S. government grants. Charity Navigator rates Oxfam America as a Four-Star charity. For more information on their corporate partners, visit Oxfam America’s website.
Analysis / Bias
Oxfam America focuses on economic justice, gender equality, and climate action, reflecting a progressive stance. The organization’s publications and campaigns often emphasize systemic inequalities and advocate for policy changes that align with these values, aiming to address the root causes of poverty and injustice.
For example, the article “Women’s Rights and gender justice” advocates for gender equality and empowerment, addressing gender-based violence and promoting women’s economic rights for a more just world for women. It aligns with progressive views on gender justice. Regarding sources, the article cites Oxfam reports titled “Raising Her Voice: Nepal” and “Women, Voice, and Power: How Transformative Feminist Leadership is Challenging Inequality and Patriarchy,” The data in these reports may be selectively presented to support Oxfam’s goals. Additionally, many referenced links, such as those in “Women, Voice, and Power,” are broken or inaccessible, casting doubt on the reliability of these references.
Furthermore, we observed that sources in Oxfam’s open repository, like those in “Raising Her Voice: The Power to Persuade,” often direct users to non-authoritative or outdated websites like Ning.com, Humanas.org, and old PDF links. This reliance on unstable links undermines the assurance of accuracy claimed in the publication.
Another article, “Gaza and Israel Emergency Appeal,” details the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, emphasizing the dire need for aid and criticizing both the violent actions of Palestinian armed groups and Israel’s retaliatory measures. The article uses emotionally loaded language to highlight the suffering of civilians and calls for a ceasefire and humanitarian access. The cited sources include ochaopt.org (United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs), Palestine-studies.org, and Amnesty International.
Typically, Oxfam America exhibits a strong progressive bias, reflecting its focus on social justice and economic equality. The organization’s content aligns with liberal viewpoints, often advocating systemic changes to address inequality and injustice. However, the reliability of the data in some reports we analyzed is mixed, particularly in discussion papers found in their open repository, where some sources are difficult to verify due to broken links or outdated references. Readers should carefully review the references in these specific reports to verify the information independently.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Oxfam America as left-biased due to its consistent promotion of progressive values and advocacy for social, economic, and environmental justice. We rate them mixed in factual reporting because some reports we analyzed showed a strong ideological stance, with certain sources challenging to verify due to broken links or outdated references. (M. Huitsing 08/18/2024)
Sources: https://www.oxfamamerica.org/
Last Updated on August 18, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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