April 16, 2024

Why the Liberal Media’s Freakout Over Trump’s ‘Bloodbath’ Remarks Is Beyond Embarrassing

Why Troubling News:

This article is concerning to me due to the clear bias present. Apart from not using sources that highlight different viewpoints, the author is straightforwardly name-calling the opposition. At one point in the text, the author refers to the contenders as "clowns." Not only is this entirely unprofessional, it also creates a polarizing narrative and further accentuates polarization in American society.

April 13, 2024

BUYING VOTES: White House Announces $7.4B in Student Loan Handouts, Blasts GOP Reps; Report

Why Troubling News:

The conservative bias is very apparent from the title alone. The author falsely characterizes President Joe Biden's student loan debt relief as buying votes for the upcoming election. It would suggest that Biden relief their student loans in exchange for their votes despite no evidence. The type of headline is designed to generate outrage for Hannity's conservative audience.

April 11, 2024

Harvard Will Require Test Scores for Admissions

Why Troubling News:

I think the title is making it seem as if Harvard and a lot of other colleges never required test scores to begin with. I think that articles covering the topic of colleges returning to their pre covid admissions requirements are looking for a negative response for those who thought that not submitting test scores made admissions easier. In reality, although test scores were not required, test scores have been important throughout covid and until recently, and make an application stronger when test scores have been submitted.

April 11, 2024

Harvard Will Require Test Scores for Admissions

Why Troubling News:

I think the title is making it seem as if Harvard and a lot of other colleges never required test scores to begin with. I think that articles covering the topic of colleges returning to their pre covid admissions requirements are looking for a negative response for those who thought that not submitting test scores made admissions easier. In reality, although test scores were not required, test scores have been important throughout covid and until recently, and make an application stronger when test scores have been submitted.