Speech & media

Is the mainstream media too left-wing?

The test question and the possible answers

The mainstream media are generally too left-wing.

What's at stake: The debate is about whether there is a bias in the choice of stories, and about the use of this criticism to discredit journalism.

The left's argument

Big media outlets are often owned by billionaires: if anything, the bias leans right.

The right's argument

Many journalists share similar views, which shapes the choice of stories they cover.

And you, where do you stand?

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