LEFT BIAS
These media sources are moderate 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 Public Notice as Left-Biased due to its progressive editorial stance and emphasis on criticizing conservative policies and figures. We rate its reporting as Mostly Factual, as it relies on credible sources. However, the one-sided nature of its coverage affects the factuality by potentially omitting or underrepresenting alternative viewpoints, which can lead to a skewed presentation of facts.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.4)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (2.8)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Public Notice is a subscription-based newsletter and online news outlet founded and operated by Aaron Rupar, a prominent journalist known for his political analysis on platforms like X, formerly Twitter. Public Notice, based in Minnesota, provides progressive perspectives on major political developments, emphasizing accountability and transparency in governance. The platform has gained attention for its detailed critiques of conservative politics and media.
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Funded by / Ownership
Public Notice is owned and operated by Aaron Rupar and primarily funded through paid subscriptions and advertisements via Substack.
Analysis / Bias
Public Notice articles frequently analyze Republican politicians’ actions, often with sharp commentary and minimal coverage of opposing perspectives. Articles like “Trump: Time’s Person of the Year Interview is a Case Study in Delusion” provide a strong progressive critique of Donald Trump’s recent Time interview, highlighting his lack of policy knowledge, reliance on conspiracy theories, and erratic rhetoric. The article focuses on his contradictory statements on abortion, immigration, and trans rights, portraying him as unfit for office. It incorporates both mainstream media sources, like CNN, and primary materials, such as interview excerpts and screenshots, to support its analysis. The sharply opinionated tone aligns with Public Notice’s left-leaning perspective.
Similarly, “Tulsi Gabbard Biography Suggests Trump’s DNI Pick is Unqualified” critiques political appointments within the Trump administration, emphasizing perceived risks and controversies.
Regarding sourcing, Public Notice hyperlinks to sources such as ABC News and Civil Beat, as well as its own prior reporting. Although these sources improve factual accuracy, the article’s emotionally charged language—such as phrases like Tulsi Gabbard’s “fondness for Putin” and “right-wing culture warring”—demonstrates a subjective and opinionated perspective.
Public Notice frequently provides hyperlinks to government documents, reputable media sources, and official statements in its reporting. However, the tone and framing of its articles tend to be distinctly one-sided. Additionally, the outlet’s reliance on Aaron Rupar’s analysis centralizes its editorial voice, which may restrict the diversity of viewpoints presented.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Public Notice as Left-Biased due to its progressive editorial stance and emphasis on criticizing conservative policies and figures. We rate its reporting as Mostly Factual, as it relies on credible sources. However, the one-sided nature of its coverage affects the factuality by potentially omitting or underrepresenting alternative viewpoints, which can lead to a skewed presentation of facts. (M. Huitsing 12/19/2024)
Source: https://www.publicnotice.co/
Last Updated on December 19, 2024 by Media Bias Fact Check
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