In the modern media environment, the word nonprofit is often treated as a synonym for trustworthy. This is a dangerous assumption. The idea is that, because an outlet isn’t chasing ad revenue in the traditional sense, it must be free from bias or ideological pressure. ProPublica has benefited greatly from that perception. Founded in 2007…
Media Hall of Shame Series: TruthOut
Founded in 2001 in the wake of the disputed Bush-Gore election and the lead-up to the Iraq War, Truthout emerged as a digital nonprofit news organization with an openly left-wing, activist bent. Its stated mission is to provide “independent reporting and commentary on a diverse range of social justice issues,” and unlike many legacy outlets,…
Media Hall of Shame Series: Wikipedia
Wikipedia presents itself as a free, crowd-sourced online encyclopedia “that anyone can edit,” a claim that seems democratic and open-minded on the surface. However, this anonymity and openness mask an entrenched ideological ecosystem shaped not by the average contributor, but by a relatively small group of senior editors, moderators, and administrators. These gatekeepers enforce not…
Media Hall of Shame Series: Associated Press (AP)
The Associated Press (AP) enjoys one of the most prestigious reputations in global journalism. It’s often referred to as the “gold standard” for objective, fact-based reporting. Its wire service feeds newspapers, broadcasters, and digital platforms around the world—its content reaching more than half the globe’s population on any given day. For decades, the AP symbolized…
Media Hall of Shame Series: Democracy Now!
Of all the outlets featured in this series, Democracy Now! is arguably the most openly ideological—yet it cloaks that ideology in the language of journalism, justice, and truth-telling. Hosted by Amy Goodman, and broadcast across alternative radio, internet, and public-access television, Democracy Now! presents itself as a fearless, independent news program “speaking truth to power.”…
The Ruling Class Unmasked: Who are the Global Elite and the Deep State—and How Do They Steer Nations?
In today’s world, democratic republics exist on paper, but behind the scenes, unelected and often unaccountable power structures determine much of what passes for “governance.” These forces—commonly referred to as the elite and the deep state—wield immense influence over national policy, cultural norms, and global agendas. This blog post identifies who they are, where they…
Are School Board Elections Important? Yes – and More than You Think
I want to encourage conservative voters to carefully consider their choices for school board members in November. Your informed vote counts more than you think. School board elections are difficult due to their non-partisan nature, which allows the possibility of electing individuals that don’t reflect conservative values. Local media interviews are useful to form an…