RIGHT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources are slight to moderately conservative in bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor conservative causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Right-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Unpacked as Right-Center biased based on editorial perspectives that moderately align with the right. We also rate them as mostly factual due to one-sided perspectives that may not give the complete picture.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT-CENTER (3.2)
Factual Reporting: MOSTLY FACTUAL (2.9)
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Minimal Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Unpacked is a digital media initiative created by the nonprofit OpenDor Media. The platform produces educational and explainer content on Jewish identity, history, and Israeli current affairs. According to the About page, its mission is to build understanding of Judaism and Israel among global audiences, especially young people. Unpacked is not a news outlet per se, but its video essays, opinion-style features, and articles often address current political issues through an educational lens. OpenDor Media, the parent organization of Unpacked, is based in Sunrise, Florida, USA.
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Funded by / Ownership
Unpacked is operated by OpenDor Media, a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a donor-supported model. The donation page confirms its nonprofit status and provides a Florida mailing address. The site also monetizes through merchandise sales via a Shop page. The Masthead identifies a small team of writers, producers, and researchers. While transparent about team members and nonprofit affiliation, Unpacked does not list specific major donors, which limits full transparency.
Analysis / Bias
Unpacked’s content centers around Jewish identity and Israeli geopolitics, with clear support for mainstream Israeli government positions and a Zionist perspective. It uses video, podcasts, and articles to present Israeli history and current events positively while defending Israeli narratives in conflicts. While not overtly partisan, the editorial tone aligns with Right-Center perspectives on Middle East policy.
Examples of coverage reflecting this include:
- “Does Israel Target Civilians in Gaza?”, which defends Israeli military actions and emphasizes efforts to avoid civilian casualties.
- “Donald Trump Will Be the 47th President of the US – What Does This Mean for Israel?” focuses on Trump’s pro-Israel policies, framed positively.
- “Two Israeli Embassy Staffers Murdered in Washington, DC” covers anti-Israeli violence with emotionally loaded language.
- “Israeli-American Hostage Edan Alexander Released in US-Hamas Deal” offers coverage with pro-Israeli framing and speculation on the end of the war.
The organization’s tone tends toward national solidarity, optimism about Israeli democracy, and sympathy for Israeli defense policies, with limited attention to Palestinian perspectives or critical analysis of Israeli leadership.
Failed Fact Check
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Unpacked as Right-Center biased based on editorial perspectives that moderately align with the right. We also rate them as mostly factual due to one-sided perspectives that may not give the complete picture. (D. Van Zandt 05/24/2025)
Source: https://unpacked.media/
Last Updated on May 25, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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