1. What type of bias does A.G. Hamilton illustrate regarding media reports on coronavirus numbers in states that have lifted stay-at-home orders?

2. Hamilton begins by noting in paragraph 1:
“The public overwhelmingly relies on the press to provide them with accurate information and proper context. When it comes to COVID-19, many press outlets are consistently failing to do that. In fact, the reporting on data related to the epidemic has increasingly led to conclusions that aren’t accurate and an audience that is misinformed.”

Hamilton concludes by stating:
“If media outlets expect to be trusted on this subject, they need to present the data in an accurate way and with proper context instead of looking for ways to support their pre-determined conclusions.”

Do you think in general, the media tends to support the idea of opening up the states, or continuing lock-downs?  Explain your answer.