Freedom, then the press: New York media and bail reform

Skills

Fact-checking
Identifying Credible Sources
Interpreting Data
Verification

Citation

Bennett, L., & Hamilton, J. (2021, April 2). Freedom, Then the Press: New York Media and Bail Reform. FWD.us.

This report analyzes the role of New York media in shaping public opinion on bail reform. It demonstrates the ways in which the news media published inaccurate information, used dehumanizing and racist language, and relied solely on law enforcement sources in much of their reporting.

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Topics: Causal Claims Dehumanizing Labels Police Sources - Accuracy Police Statements Sensationalism and Anecdotes Themes: Sourcing Stylistic Choices Verification Skills: Fact-checking Identifying Credible Sources Interpreting Data Verification