AP reporter covering Israel and Gaza is a known anti-Israel activist.
The AP Reporter with a Troubling Bias
The Associated Press reporter assigned to cover Israel’s war on terrorists in the Gaza Strip has a concerning history of public anti-Israel activism. Despite this, the wire service’s hiring department seemingly overlooked these biases when bringing him on board.
Just weeks after joining the AP newsroom as their Gaza correspondent, Issam Adwan quickly became one of their most prolific reporters on the chaos in the Middle East. However, his coverage consistently downplays or ignores the atrocities committed against Israel, instead focusing on the plight of Gaza.
In an article picked up by other national outlets, including CBS, Adwan mentioned that “human rights groups have previously said that Israel’s pattern of deadly attacks on residential homes display a disregard for the lives of Palestinian civilians and argued they may amount to war crimes.”
In another article, Adwan complained about an “Unprecedented Israeli bombardment” that devastated Gaza City.
However, Adwan conveniently fails to mention that the Israeli strike was in response to Hamas’ recent deadly assault on Jewish civilians. This crucial information is buried nine paragraphs into the article.
During the attack, over 1,300 Israelis and more than two dozen Americans were murdered. Innocent babies and young children were reportedly beheaded, butchered, and burned in their beds. Some survivors were even kidnapped and taken back to Gaza, where Hamas is headquartered.
Adwan’s biased reporting is not surprising given his history of anti-Israel activism. His social media posts and previous work reveal a clear disdain for the Jewish nation.
In 2021, Adwan dismissed attention to Hamas’ crimes as “ignorant” and focused solely on Israeli actions.
He has also made inflammatory statements on Twitter, referring to “colonialism” and “apartheid practicing policies in Jerusalem.”
In a series of now-deleted posts, Adwan even compared Israel to the Nazis, a deeply antisemitic comparison.
Prior to joining the AP, Adwan worked for an anti-Israel NGO called the Palestinian Center for Democracy and Conflict Resolution. This organization has a long history of condemning Israel’s actions as “state terrorism” and referring to them as perpetrators of a “Gaza holocaust.”
Adwan’s employment at Al Jazeera, a media outlet criticized for its bias, further raises concerns. In 2020, the Department of Justice demanded that Al Jazeera register as a foreign agent.
Adwan has also been featured in videos and messages for organizations that blame Israel for the conflict and make derogatory statements about Israelis.
It is clear that Adwan’s biases heavily influence his reporting, painting a one-sided and distorted picture of the situation in the Middle East.
Jordan Boyd is a staff writer at The Federalist and co-producer of The Federalist Radio Hour. Her work has also been featured in The Daily Wire, Fox News, and RealClearPolitics. Jordan graduated from Baylor University where she majored in political science and minored in journalism. Follow her on Twitter @jordanboydtx.
What evidence is there of Adwan’s history of anti-Israel activism and how does this impact his credibility as a journalist?
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Despite these horrifying events, Adwan chooses to focus on the damage inflicted on Gaza, as if it occurred in a vacuum. His use of emotive language, such as “devastated” and “unprecedented,” further perpetuates a one-sided narrative that disregards the context and complexity of the conflict.
Furthermore, one cannot ignore Adwan’s history of anti-Israel activism. Prior to joining the AP, he regularly shared posts on social media condemning Israeli actions and expressing support for Hamas. Several of his now-deleted tweets glorify acts of terrorism against Jewish civilians. Such a blatant and public bias undermines the credibility and objectivity expected from a reputable news organization like the Associated Press.
It is concerning that the AP’s hiring department failed to thoroughly vet Adwan’s background before bringing him on board. By allowing him to serve as their Gaza correspondent, the AP is not only providing a platform for a biased reporter but also compromising the integrity of their reporting.
The role of journalists is to provide fair and balanced coverage of events, ensuring that all sides of a story are presented. However, Adwan’s reporting consistently favors Hamas and downplays the actions and legitimate concerns of Israel. This not only perpetuates a skewed narrative but also hampers efforts towards achieving a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The Associated Press must take immediate action to address this troubling bias within its ranks. It should thoroughly investigate Adwan’s reporting practices and hold him accountable for any breaches of journalistic ethics. Additionally, the AP should implement stricter guidelines and procedures for hiring and vetting journalists to prevent the recurrence of such biases in the future.
As consumers of news, we must also remain vigilant in recognizing and challenging biased reporting. It is our responsibility to seek out multiple sources and perspectives to ensure a well-informed understanding of complex issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The AP’s failure to address the bias of its Gaza correspondent undermines its reputation as a credible news source and perpetuates a one-sided narrative that only deepens the divides in this longstanding conflict.
The need for accurate and impartial journalism has never been more crucial. It is time for the Associated Press to reflect on its values, reevaluate its hiring processes, and commit to providing fair and balanced coverage that does justice to the complexities and nuances of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
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