LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate 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 liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information, but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate the Philadelphia Tribune Left-Center biased based editorial bias that slightly favors the left and High for factual reporting due to the use of proper sources.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Newspaper
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
The Philadelphia Tribune is the oldest continuously published African-American newspaper in the United States. It was founded in 1884 by Christopher J. Perry. Throughout its history, The Philadelphia Tribune has been committed to the social, political, and economic advancement of African Americans in the Greater Philadelphia region. The Tribune has received the John B. Russwurm Award as “Best Newspaper” in the country seven times since 1995.
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Funded by / Ownership
According to their about page the Philadelphia Tribune is privately held and funded through advertising and subscription fees.
Analysis / Bias
In review, the Philadelphia Tribune uses minimal loaded words in their headlines, and all information is sourced to credible media outlets such as the Associated Press or through local journalists. Story selection very slightly favors the left, and editorially there is a left-leaning bias in opinions. A factual search reveals they have never failed a fact check.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate the Philadelphia Tribune Left-Center biased based editorial bias that slightly favors the left and High for factual reporting due to the use of proper sources. (D. Van Zandt 6/12/2018) Updated (07/21/2023)
Source: https://www.phillytrib.com/
Last Updated on July 21, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check
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