Partisan News Organizations Push Politically Convenient Content Ahead of Election: Report
As trust in legacy media continues to erode, a U.S. news website has revealed a network of approximately 51 locally branded publications run by Democratic “operatives” in crucial swing states ahead of the November election.
In its Oct. 6 article “Democrats’ swing-state local news ploy,” Axios reports these publications feature slanted headlines critical of GOP candidates presented as objective news.
The Axios article comes just a month before the Nov. 8 general election, where Trump-endorsed “America First” candidates have made significant gains in swing states against Democrats.
“Behind the patina of independent local news, these sites are pumping out content designed to put a sheen of original reporting on partisan messaging,” Axios reports.
Axios writes that slanted reporting by outlets posing as independent news organizations is a common tactic among partisan operatives looking to give their candidates a boost in the polls or detract from their opponents.
At least 51 locally branded news sites have appeared with their particular spin on the midterm elections and other topics.
Among the news outlets is The American Independent, launched by Democrat David Brock, according to Axios.
Brock is the founder of the liberal media watchdog Media Matters for America.
Axios reports that the for-profit American Independent receives funding from the nonprofit American Bridge 21st Century Foundation, described as an opposition research-focused Democrat Super PAC.
Brock, and American Bridge 21st Century Foundation, did not return an email seeking comment from The Epoch Times.
Founded in 2016 by True Blue Media, The American Independent calls itself “the No. 1 digital platform for progressive news, reaching millions of people each month.”
“We strive to report with honesty and integrity and shine a light on those in power who obstruct progress.”
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