Weekly Example of Media Bias - June 6, 2012
1. Obviously the First Lady's safety must be ensured. Should the media, who oppose voter ID laws for "disenfranchising" some individuals, report the story of a photo ID requirement for Mrs. Obama's book signing (a requirement which will prevent those same individuals from having the opportunity to meet Mrs. Obama)? Explain your answer.
2. By failing to report this story, is the media exhibiting bias by omission and story selection? Explain your answer.
3. Does the media display bias in the way they report stories involving Republican vs. Democratic politicians? Ask a parent.