The Intellectualist – Bias and Credibility

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 using appeal to emotion or stereotypes), publish misleading reports, and omit information reporting that may damage liberal causes. Some sources in this category may be untrustworthy. See all Left Bias sources.

• Overall, we rate The Intellectualist Left Biased based on story selection and editorial positions that consistently favor the left. We also rate them as Mostly Factual in reporting rather than high due to a lack of transparency and one-sided reporting, which may leave out important context.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEFT (-6.9)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (4.0)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: MEDIUM CREDIBILITY

History

The Intellectualist is a left-leaning news and opinion website and discussion group. The website does not have an about page to describe its mission and ownership.

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Funded by / Ownership

The website does not disclose ownership; however, via email, it was brought to our attention that Brian Daltzman owns the website. It is not clear how or if The Intellectualist generates revenue.

Analysis / Bias

In this review, The Intellectualist maintains its left-leaning editorial focus, frequently critiquing conservative figures, especially Donald Trump, and highlighting the dangers of right-wing policies. Recent articles frame issues like Trump’s legal troubles and the risks of his potential second term as threats to democracy and international stability. The site features original commentary and news aggregation, often citing sources like The New York Times and The Atlantic to support its progressive stance. 

Editorially, the Intellectualist consistently favors liberal viewpoints, strongly emphasizing critiques of authoritarianism, extremism, and conservative agendas. Articles and headlines contain moderately loaded wording like this Republican Bernie Moreno’s Dubious MBA Claim Raises Questions in Senate Campaign to drive home their viewpoints.

In addition to news analysis, The Intellectualist offers a community-driven platform for discussions on politics and social issues. Articles are usually properly sourced from credible outlets; however, the story selection and framing of articles are mostly one-sided in their promotion of progressive viewpoints.

Failed Fact Checks

• None in the last 5 years.

Overall, we rate The Intellectualist Left Biased based on story selection and editorial positions that consistently favor the left. We also rate them as Mostly Factual in reporting rather than high due to a lack of transparency and one-sided reporting, which may leave out important context. (D. Van Zandt 3/9/2017) Updated (02/18/2025)

Source: https://theintellectualist.com/