The Topic:
In an article posted by Forbes called, Pew Study Finds MSNBC the Most Opinionated Cable News Channel By Far,
Jeff Bercovici and researchers at the Pew Research Center reveal interesting data
regarding network coverage, in particular, that of MSNBC’s. After a study was
conducted from the years 2007 to 2012, it was found that MSNBC was made up of
85% commentary and opinions with only 15% of reports being factual. There was a
strong correlation with the amount of money the station spent on reporting:
$240 million in 2012 compared to Fox News’ (with the highest expenditures) $820
million.
This article was found on Forbes, a website dedicated to
updating the public on news in (but not limited to) business and finance. It is
an extension of the world-renowned American magazine and is known for its
reliable reporting. I believe I will find this source credible due to its lack
of negative responses on factual information from its audience.
Jeff Bercovici, was a Staff Writer and then Senior Editor
for Forbes Magazine, before becoming Bureau Chief at Inc. Magazine in San
Francisco. He studied at Cornell University with focuses in Writing and
Editing. Bercovici is an award-winning tech and media writer, therefore,
allowing me to believe his credibility is justified. Click the links to view
more on Jeff Bercovici:
This article was published on March 18, 2013, so it is not
terribly recent, however, the information collected in order for the article to
be published was done over a period of time. Researchers conducted their study
over a period of five years from 2007 to 2012, drawing conclusions from
in-depth analysis.
The content of this article can be considered very accurate
because Bercovici reported information found by researchers from the Pew
Research Center. The Pew Research Center is a credible, “nonpartisan fact tank
that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America
and the world”. For more information on the experts at the Pew Research Center
click the link below:
The author writes a very objective article, with a purpose
of regurgitating research to the public. The entire article is founded on
factual evidence, therefore, I couldn’t detect any bias, what-so-ever.
In his article, Pew
Study Finds MSNBC the Most Opinionated Cable News Channel By Far, Jeff
Bercovici successfully writes a credible piece on media bias, particularly in
TV networks. The entirety of this piece could be used for research purposes,
seeing as the factual data came from an actual study.
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