Weekly Example of Media Bias - December 21, 2016
1. Wikipedia explains: In journalism, the term 'hack' is used to describe a writer who is deemed to operate as a "mercenary" or "pen for hire" - expressing their client's political opinions in news articles. Why do you think Glenn Thrush described himself as a 'hack' when asking Democrat Hillary Clinton's campaign chairman John Podesta?
2. The New York Times has hired Glenn Thrush to cover the Trump White House. Based on his secret communications with the Clinton campaign, do you think Mr. Thrush will be able to report fairly and accurately on a Trump presidency? Explain your answer.