Understanding how media works - what it shows, what it hides, and whose interests it serves - is essential for informed activism. This guide helps you critically analyze news sources, recognize bias, and find reliable information.
All media has bias (that's not inherently bad)
Recognizing left/right bias
Recognizing corporate bias
Recognizing sensationalism
Finding balance
What makes a source reliable?
Red flags for questionable sources
Understanding editorial standards
Primary vs. secondary sources
How to tell the difference
Opinion masquerading as news
Editorial vs. news sections
Who owns this outlet?
Who advertises?
Who funds it?
How this affects coverage
Setting limits
Diverse sources
Fact-checking
Avoiding doom-scrolling
Recommended Sources by Bias: [Organized chart of news sources by political lean and reliability]
Fact-Checking Tools: [Comprehensive list with descriptions]