The mainstream media has a definite liberal bias. I don't think that statement is a shocker to anyone anymore, but sometimes blatant examples can still raise eyebrows as to the magnitude of a problem. I blogged about this a couple weeks ago and pointed out a handful of examples of the difference in coverage on stories in the media, but this article on MSNBC.com really hits the nail on the head. According to a survey of 144 journalists who donated political money between 2004 and 2008, the donations went to 'Democrats and liberal causes' 9 out of 10 times. That's right, 90% went liberal.
Michelle Malkin comments on this in the New York Post, pointing out that for years the media has trumpeted their 'unbending commitment to objectivity' and how they 'cannot signal how [they] feel about a cause, even a justified and just cause, through some sort of outward symbol' -- like an American lapel pin -- but that their words are obviously hollow since they have no problems with supporting left-wing causes and candidates. Even after this bias has been proven, what is the response?
Generally speaking: Eh, whatever.
Just more proof, people, of where their loyalties lie. Be careful who you trust to pass along information and the 'truth'.
There's my two cents.
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