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 using an appeal 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 Political Research Associates as left-biased due to their strong focus on critiquing right-wing ideologies and promoting progressive values. For factuality, we rate PRA as mostly factual rather than high because of its advocacy bias, often presenting one-sided perspectives without incorporating counterarguments or perspectives from those they critique.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Political Research Associates (PRA) was founded in 1981 by Jean Hardisty and Chip Berlet. Initially known as Midwest Research, the organization began in Chicago before relocating to Boston. PRA advocates for social justice, uncovers right-wing movements, and publishes “The Public Eye” magazine, providing insights and research on U.S. rights. Its mission is to support social justice and democratic values through rigorous research and strategic insights.
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Funded by / Ownership
PRA is a non-profit organization funded by donations and grants. The Political Research Associates (PRA) does not post its tax form directly on its website. However, detailed financial information can be found on the Charity Navigator page.
Analysis / Bias
PRA exhibits a strong left-leaning bias, focusing on critiquing right-wing ideologies and promoting progressive values. For example, the article “Why Are Gen Z Girls Attracted to the Tradwife Lifestyle?” explores the appeal of traditional gender roles among young women and critiques the underlying conservative ideologies.
Another article, “The ‘Business-as-Usual’ of Right-Wing Climate Realism,” argues that right-wing climate realism is a strategic rebranding that acknowledges climate change without committing to substantial action, thus preserving existing power structures. The article states, “Right-wing climate realism encompasses a plausible and thoroughly realistic—in terms of power and in terms of ecology—set of positions in which a business-as-usual scenario is absolutely worth it.”
This article is excerpted from Ajay Singh Chaudhary’s book The Exhausted of the Earth: Politics in a Burning World, published by Repeater Books in 2024. Among the references used, the article cites Douglas Rushkoff’s “Survival of the Richest,” Noah Gallagher Shannon’s “Climate Chaos is Coming—and the Pinkertons are Ready,” and Will Steffen et al.’s “The trajectory of the Anthropocene: The Great Acceleration.”
The article focuses on critiquing the right-wing approach to climate change and does not present perspectives from proponents of right-wing climate realism. These proponents argue for practical and economically sustainable climate policies, emphasizing innovation and global solutions over immediate radical measures. For example, right-wing climate realists advocate for policies that balance environmental goals with economic realities and political feasibility, rejecting blanket approaches that may not be effective globally. The Politico article “A warning for 2024: The losers of the green revolution won’t go quietly” illustrates how right-wing politicians leverage the discontent of those adversely affected by green policies, framing climate efforts as an elite agenda and gaining political traction among working-class voters who feel left behind.
Typically, PRA exhibits a strong left-leaning bias, focusing on critiquing right-wing ideologies and promoting progressive values. The publication’s emphasis on detailed, well-documented research supports its credibility, although the strong ideological stance can influence its perceived objectivity.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Political Research Associates as left-biased due to their strong focus on critiquing right-wing ideologies and promoting progressive values. For factuality, we rate PRA as mostly factual rather than high because of its advocacy bias, often presenting one-sided perspectives without incorporating counterarguments or perspectives from those they critique. (M. Huitsing 08/02/2024)
Source: https://politicalresearch.org/
Last Updated on August 2, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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