RIGHT BIAS
These media sources are moderately to strongly biased toward conservative 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 conservative causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Right Bias sources.
- Overall, we rate the Texas Public Policy Foundation as right-based based on editorial and advocacy positions that align with a conservative-libertarian worldview. We also rate them mixed for factual reporting due to a lack of hyperlinked sourcing, one-sided reporting, and occasionally deviating from the consensus of science.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT (6.7)
Factual Reporting: MIXED (4.9)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FACTUAL
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY
History
The Texas Public Policy Foundation (TPPF) is a conservative think tank based in Austin, Texas, founded in 1987 by James R. Leininger. Its mission is to promote and defend liberty, personal responsibility, and free enterprise in Texas and the nation through academically sound research and outreach.
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Funded by / Ownership
TPPF is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization funded by individuals, foundations, and corporations, explicitly stating that it does not accept government funds or contributions intended to influence research outcomes. Notable donors include the Charles G. Koch Foundation, the Deason Foundation, and DonorsTrust. The organization is also listed as part of the advisory board for Project 2025, a Heritage Foundation initiative to restructure the federal government to align with conservative policies.
Analysis / Bias
TPPF’s work reflects a strong conservative ideology, focusing on issues such as limited government, free-market principles, and individual liberties. The foundation addresses a wide range of topics, including energy policy, education reform, healthcare, and border security.
In the article “Socialism, Not Climate Change, Is the Real Threat,” TPPF argues that socialist policies pose a greater danger to society than climate change, emphasizing the importance of free-market solutions over government intervention. Like most stories reviewed, there are no hyperlinks to verify information.
TPPF has also challenged federal mandates, as seen in their press release “TPPF, AFL Challenge Biden’s Unconstitutional Vaccine Mandate,” where they contend that the vaccine mandate oversteps constitutional boundaries and infringes on personal freedoms.
On social issues, TPPF critiques progressive educational frameworks. In the article “Waking Up to Woke: Combatting Critical Race Theory,” they argue against the incorporation of Critical Race Theory in educational curricula, viewing it as a divisive and ideologically driven approach.
In general, the Texas Public Policy Foundation has a conservative-libertarian bias in its advocacy and is mixed in factual reporting due to a lack of sourcing and one-sided perspectives.
Failed Fact Check
- None is the last 5 years; however, this source does not always align with the consensus of science.
Overall, we rate the Texas Public Policy Foundation as right-based based on editorial and advocacy positions that align with a conservative-libertarian worldview. We also rate them mixed for factual reporting due to a lack of hyperlinked sourcing, one-sided reporting, and occasionally deviating from the consensus of science. (D. Van Zandt 02/22/2025)
Source: https://www.texaspolicy.com/
Last Updated on February 22, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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