Washingtonian - Bias and Credibility

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

Overall, we rate the Washingtonian Left Biased based on story selection and liberal editorial positions that consistently favor the left. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record.

Detailed Report

Bias Rating: LEFT
Factual Reporting: HIGH
Country: USA
Press Freedom Rating: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Magazine
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY

History

Founded in 1965, the Washingtonian is a monthly magazine distributed in the Washington, D.C., area. The magazine focuses on local feature journalism, guidebook–style articles, real estate, and politics. The current editor is Michael Schaffer.

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Funded by / Ownership

The Washingtonian is family-owned through Washington Magazine Inc. The former CEO was Philip Merrill (1934–2006), who was succeeded as chairman by his wife, Eleanor; their daughter Catherine Merrill Williams is the president and publisher. Revenue is generated through subscription fees, advertising, sponsored content and Amazon Affiliate links.

Analysis / Bias

In review, Washingtonian Magazine is published monthly; however, the website is updated daily. Journalists cover topics in the DC area that consists of entertainment, culture, general news, and politics. News reporting tends to favor the left through story selection and wording such as this: Far-Right Activists Brought Their Gripes About Social Media to a Park Near the White House This Weekend. This story is properly sourced from credible left-leaning sources such as The Daily Beast and Vox.

The Washingtonian also produces long-form journalism that is thoroughly researched, such as this: A Murder on the Rappahannock River. The website also provides rankings that include top physicians, top places to dine, and top neighborhoods. Editorially, almost all opinions favor the left and denigrate the right such as this: We Should All Cringe With Embarrassment About Trump’s Banana-Republic July 4 Spectacle.

Failed Fact Checks

None in the Last 5 years

Overall, we rate the Washingtonian Left Biased based on story selection and liberal editorial positions that consistently favor the left. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to proper sourcing and a clean fact-check record. (D. Van Zandt 7/9/2019) Updated (10/28/2022)

Source: https://www.washingtonian.com

Last Updated on July 1, 2023 by Media Bias Fact Check