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- The Worst Covid-19 News Sources of 2020Accurate, well-researched news is essential, especially in the context of a global pandemic. These news sources missed the mark.
- What Are the Most Credible Liberal News Sources?The Factual reveals the top 10 left-leaning news sources for those looking to find credible liberal news, as rated by our algorithm.
- What Are the Best Nonpartisan News Sources?The Factual's algorithm reveals the top three nonpartisan sources, along with the most credible sources despite political leaning.
- Is the Washington Post Liberal?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how articles from the Washington Post compare to other major news sources.
- Is Vox Reliable?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how articles from Vox compare to other major news sources.
- Is the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) Conservative?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) compares to other major news sources.
- Is Forbes Reliable?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how Forbes compares to other major news sources.
- Best Covid-19 News Sources of 2020Based on our analysis of 180,000 articles from 2020, The Factual determined which sources produced the best, most well-researched news.
- What Are the Most Credible Conservative News Sources?The Factual's Angela Zhong reports on the top ten most credible conservative news sources and the top-rankings right-leaning articles.
- What Are the Best Conservative News Sources for Covid-19?Based on our analysis of 180,000 articles from 2020, these ten outlets emerged as the most credible right-leaning news sources on Covid-19.
- What Are the Best Left-Leaning News Sources for Covid-19?Based on our analysis of 180,000 articles from 2020, these ten outlets emerged as the most credible left-leaning news sources on Covid-19.
- How Biased and Factual Are Major U.S. News Sources?The Factual uses a dataset of 785,000 articles to compare the performance of major media outlets like CNN, Fox News, NYT, and Reuters.
- Is Reuters Reliable?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how Reuters articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- Is CNN Reliable?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how CNN articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- How Real Is “Cancel Culture?”How is “cancel culture” affecting public discourse? The Factual reviews 25 sources to explore how serious an issue this is and the role the media plays.
- Is Fox News Reliable?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how Fox News articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- Is Politico Liberal?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how Politico articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- Is the New York Times Liberal?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how NYT articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- Is NPR Biased?The Factual uses its credibility algorithm to examine how NPR articles compare to the articles of other major news sources.
- The View From The Factual’s Readers: The Majority Want to Kill the $3.5 Trillion Infrastructure BillThe Factual's readers express a range of opinions about the proposed $3.5 trillion dollar spending package, but ultimately think it goes too far.
- Pandemic Endgame: Confronting Covid-19 Vaccine MisinformationReaching the end of the pandemic requires contending with all types of vaccine misinformation and disinformation.
- The Best Conservative News SourcesBased on our study of over 800,000 news articles, these five sites ranked as the most credible conservative news sources in the media today.
- The Democracy Bridge-Building EcosystemWhile they may not always agree, there are hundreds of organizations on both sides of the aisle dedicated to solving what is wrong with America based on what is right with America.
- Why Is the U.S. Leaving Afghanistan?The U.S. is desperate to break the shackles of a forever war in Afghanistan, but what else will break when it leaves?
- Is Domestic Terrorism a Bigger Threat Than Foreign Terrorism?After decades of focusing on the threat from foreign terrorists, the threat of domestic terrorism remains divisive. But the data shows it's getting worse.
- What It Means To Stay InformedConnectivity and social media provide access to a greater number of news pieces, but it does not guarantee that we will absorb them or get credible news.
- Parallax: Media Literacy Scholarship RecipientOpposing views and genuine debate on issues leads to a deeper understanding of issues and progress. Diversity of thought is needed in a tolerant, empathetic society.
- Polling Is Broken. Is There a Better Way?Political polling is unreliable due to declining response rates. The Factual's broad mix of subscribers offers a base of readers that is easier to poll.
- Announcing The Factual Forum: Finally, Productive Discussions on the NewsThe Factual's discussion forum fosters productive conversations and avoids the pitfalls of echo chambers and flame wars.
- Unpacking Media Coverage of the Covid-19 Lab Leak TheoriesThe Factual examines how the lab leak theory was initially covered, how coverage has changed in 2021, and what these shifts over time suggest about the media at large.
- The Echo Chamber Effect: Social Media’s Role in Political BiasHow social media platforms amplify bias and partisanship.
- Why Is Critical Race Theory So Divisive?An unbiased analysis of critical race theory and its relevance and implications in today's society.
- The Many Questions of ReparationsOne hundred hears have passed since the Tulsa Massacre, but reparations have yet to come. How is the U.S.—and the world—thinking about reparative justice today?
- Which News Sources Are the Most Objective?These news sources are the place to go for well-researched, objective news.
- The Best Articles on the War in Afghanistan in 2021These authors have written the best, most well-researched articles on Afghanistan thus far in 2021.
- The Best Journalists on the War in AfghanistanThis is a critical juncture in Afghanistan, placing a high price on accurate, timely reporting in what might be the final chapter of U.S. military action.
- The Best News Articles on U.S. Immigration in 2021From a dataset of 5,138 news articles on U.S. immigration and the border, these five news articles scored the highest according to the Factual's news rating algorithm.
- The Best News Sources on U.S. Immigration in 2021From a dataset of 5,138 news articles on U.S. immigration and the border, these five news sources scored the highest according to the Factual's news rating algorithm.
- The Best Journalists on U.S. Immigration in 2021From a dataset of 5,138 news articles on U.S. immigration and the border, these five authors scored the highest according to the Factual's news rating algorithm.
- What Will It Take to Get U.S. Infrastructure Right?Depending on who you ask, Biden’s American Jobs Plan is rightfully ambitious, too conceptually broad, or even inadequate in scope.
- Media Distrust: Why it’s Increasing and What To DoMedia distrust is increasing in the United States, resulting in increased polarization, bias, and misinformation. We explore causes and solutions.
- How Biased Is Media Coverage of the Border “Crisis?”Do articles accurately reflect conditions at the border or are they manipulated for political gain?
- America’s Voting WarLegislative efforts from Republicans and Democrats may fundamentally change voting in the coming weeks — with major implications for future elections.
- What Are the Best Nonpartisan News Sources for Covid-19?Based on our analysis of 180,000 articles from 2020, these ten outlets emerged as the most credible nonpartisan news sources on Covid-19.
- Why Did Texas Lose Power?The organization of the state’s power resources and grid, rather than the merits of any particular energy source, seem to bear the majority of responsibility.
- Does GameStop Prove the Stock Market Is Rigged?Does the incident stand up to its underdog narrative or is it evidence that the stock market unfairly benefits Wall Street firms over everyday Americans?
- Announcing: The Factual App for Apple and Android DevicesThe Factual app is live for Apple and Android devices. Credible news on trending topics, now on your phone.
- Covid-19’s Economic Costs and the Stimulus DebateDo the proposed stimulus packages do too much to help the country — or too little?
- Insurrection, Siege, Riot: The Words Used to Describe the January 6 Capitol AttackIf the desire is to rein in partisan division, coming to a set of common terms to describe the events of January 6 is a good start.
- American Apathy: Our Declining Interest in Covid-19 Cases and DeathsSeveral factors explain why our interest in tracking cases and deaths from Covid-19 may be declining, even as the disease's impacts grow more severe.
- How Dangerous Are the New Covid Variants?Two new variants of Covid-19 are spreading around the world. They both appear to me more transmissible, but what does that mean?
- News in the Attention Economy: Are You the Customer or the Product?Reflections on how The Social Dilemma applies to news sources relying on advertising revenue.
- Can China’s Covid News Be Trusted?A year into the Covid-19 pandemic, China has officially sustained under 100,000 cases. But can these numbers be trusted?
- How Will Foreign Policy Change Under a Biden Administration?Many expect foreign policy under President-elect Biden to return to more familiar waters. Here's what that probably entails.
- Why Is the News Biased?Advertising revenue models and motivated reasoning drive bias and polarization in the news industry. Here are steps to find credible news.
- Can the Government Mandate a Covid-19 Vaccine? Will It Have To?Growing skepticism of Covid-19 vaccination may complicate the roll out of two new vaccines, but the federal government and states may have some tools to bring to bear.
- Why Were the Polls Wrong?Pollsters tried hard to correct errors made in 2016, but 2020 was even worse. Many are now looking for an explanation.
- How Will Trump and Biden’s Tax Plans Affect Americans?The two opposing tax plans carry different rationales for what drives economic growth, but most Americans won't see a tax increase, regardless of who wins.
- The Most Credible Reporters for Election NewsIn the cacophonous news cycle, it essential to have trusted voices in the media who have a demonstrated track record of quality, credible reporting.
- The Factual’s Most Credible Sources for Election NewsGiven the contentiousness of this election cycle, having reliable sources for credible news has rarely been more essential.
- The Covid Comeback: What’s Different This Time?Looking globally, one can see that relaxing Covid-19 measures too far can spur a rapid return for the virus. In many other countries, it already has.
- The Supreme Court Upheaval: Analysis Across the Political SpectrumWho are President Trump’s likely nominees? Is this nomination process unprecedented? How might a conservatively-skewed court influence key issues like abortion rights and healthcare?
- Is Climate Change Responsible for This Season’s Wildfires?Between poor land management, changes in human behavior, and a warming climate, humans can blame themselves for this season's wildfires.
- Are the Police Systemically Racist?The Factual explores the issue of systemic racism in the police, from its definition, to the evidence of its existence, to its skeptics, to the steps necessary to better understand the issue and how to address it.
- Deciphering the News About the U.S. Postal ServiceWhile the prevailing notion on the right is that this is much ado about nothing, on the left, alarm bells continue to ring. For now, voters, like the USPS, are left to muddle through.
- What Happens When a Democrat and a Republican Go on a 20,000 Mile Road Trip?Five insights from an interview with the authors of Union: A Democrat, a Republican, and a Search for Common Ground.
- Was the Media Biased in its Coverage of Covid-19 Outbreaks in Red and Blue States?Data from The Factual finds no evidence of a right-left imbalance in coverage of Covid-19 spikes this summer in California, Florida, Texas, and Arizona.
- How Credible Is the News in Your Facebook and Twitter Feed?The Factual's Chrome extension now evaluates the credibility of articles right in your Facebook and Twitter feed.
- Back to School: The Search for Consensus on When and How to ReopenThe disagreement helps explain support for localized discretion for opening schools, since the real risk is a function of how prevalent the disease is in a community, not simply whether children themselves are susceptible.
- The Factual Bot: Helping Reddit Users Have Balanced Discussions on the NewsThe Factual and Reddit's r/neutralnews are collaborating to improve the quality of discussion around the news.
- What Will Covid-19’s Environmental Impact Be?How is Covid-19 changing the climate change discussion?
- Raised on the Internet: How News Conscious Is Gen Z?Gen Z is often described is hyper-emotional and easily influenced. We partnered with Political Youth to poll our audiences on their news habits, and our findings proved otherwise.
- Reforming the Police: Where the Left and Right Agree and DisagreeAmericans are no strangers to such congressional deadlock, but the sides are hardly as fundamentally opposed on police reform as the current impasse might suggest.
- Is Unbiased News Even Possible?In an increasingly partisan news environment, how do we seek the truth? Here are four steps to finding the most credible sources on the hottest topics.