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Biden says Catholic Church wouldn’t agree with Graham’s abortion ban
President Biden criticized Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) for his proposed federal bill banning abortions past 15 weeks gestation, saying: “My church doesn’t even make that argument now.” Right leaning articles point out that Biden’s claim is false.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,103 news articles covering this topic. 57% (631) are left-leaning, 27% (295) are centrist, and 16% (177) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden says Catholic Church wouldn’t agree with Graham’s abortion ban, Washington Post
From the center: Biden blasts Graham on proposed abortion ban: ‘My church doesn’t even make that argument’, The Hill
From the right: Biden Falsely Claims Graham’s Abortion Bill Is Stricter Than The Catholic Church, Daily Caller
We ran the numbers: There are 1,103 news articles covering this topic.
57% (631) are left-leaning, 27% (295) are centrist, and 16% (177) are right-leaning.
President Biden criticized Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) for his proposed federal bill banning abortions past 15 weeks gestation, saying: “My church doesn’t even make that argument now.” Right leaning articles point out that Biden’s claim is false.
The Hill published a centrist article about how at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser in New York City, Biden said “Think about what these guys are talking about, no exceptions — rape, incest — no exceptions, regardless of age.” However, the bill does in fact include exceptions in cases of rape, incest and physical dangers to the life of the mother. It specifically authorizes abortion when “the pregnancy is a result of rape against a minor or incest against a minor,” in addition to rape against an adult woman.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that Biden is the second Catholic president in U.S. history to support abortion rights leaving him he is at odds with some American bishops who have questioned his faith on the issue. Abortion is now banned or mostly prohibited in 15 states, while several others are in various legal limbo. Republicans generally have praised the ruling overturning Roe v. Wade; Democrats criticize the bill as an assault on women's rights.
A right-leaning article from Daily Caller highlights how Biden falsely stated the legislation does not include exceptions for rape or incest. Graham's law does make an exception for saving the mother's life and cases of rape and incest. At a news conference on September 13, the senator said that the law would prevent an unborn child from experiencing "excruciating agony" referencing a study that claimed a child's nerve endings are fully developed by 15 weeks, allowing them to experience pain. Also, Biden's statement on abortion runs counter to Catholic teaching, which teaches that life begins at conception and that all human life has "inherent dignity" and should be treated equally.
From the left
Biden says Catholic Church wouldn’t agree with Graham’s abortion ban
Washington Post
From the center
Biden blasts Graham on proposed abortion ban: ‘My church doesn’t even make that argument’
The Hill
From the right
Biden Falsely Claims Graham’s Abortion Bill Is Stricter Than The Catholic Church
Daily Caller
Occupied areas of Ukraine hold staged vote on joining Russia
A Kremlin-orchestrated referendum to annex parts of occupied Ukraine began on Friday, with some officials bringing votes to apartment buildings backed by armed police. Kiev and the West denounced it as a rigged election with a predetermined outcome by Moscow.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,463 news articles covering this topic. 56% (825) are left-leaning, 25% (368) are centrist, and 19% (270) are right-leaning.
From the left: Occupied Ukraine holds Kremlin-staged vote on joining Russia, Washington Post
From the center: Occupied areas of Ukraine hold staged vote on joining Russia, USA Today
From the right: Russian proxies intimidate Ukrainians and force referendum vote on annexation: local official, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,463 news articles covering this topic.
56% (825) are left-leaning, 25% (368) are centrist, and 19% (270) are right-leaning.
A Kremlin-orchestrated referendum to annex parts of occupied Ukraine began on Friday, with some officials bringing votes to apartment buildings backed by armed police. Kiev and the West denounced it as a rigged election with a predetermined outcome by Moscow.
USA Today published a centrist article about how on Friday, the Group of Seven (G7) nations – representing the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United Kingdom – said in a statement that the "sham referenda" creates a "a phony pretext for changing the status of Ukrainian sovereign territory." Voting began Friday in four Moscow-held regions of Ukraine :officials carried ballots to apartment blocks accompanied by gun-toting police. Voting also occurred in Russia, where refugees and other residents from those regions could cast ballots.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that Ivan Fedorov, the Ukrainian mayor of Melitopol in the Zaporizhzhia region, told The Associated Press that “The Russians see an overwhelming reluctance and fear to attend the referendum and are forced to bring people... to create an image and an illusion of the vote groups of collaborators and Russians along with armed soldiers are doing a door-to-door poll, but few people open the doors to them.”
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how armed men accompany Russian proxies to people's home to monitor their vote in Ukraine. According to Russian-professed election results, 97% of Crimeans favoured leaving Ukraine. Only 30% of Crimeans actually participated in the referendum, according to information released following the election. Furthermore, 15% of voters backed joining Russia.
From the left
Occupied Ukraine holds Kremlin-staged vote on joining Russia
Washington Post
White House says Graham abortion bill would be a ‘crisis’
A top White House official warned in a memo issued Thursday that Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) proposal for a national abortion ban would lead to a “nationwide health care crisis” and transform reproductive medicine.
We ran the numbers: There are 771 news articles covering this topic. 58% (449) are left-leaning, 28% (212) are centrist, and 14% (110) are right-leaning.
From the left: White House: GOP abortion ban would mean a nationwide crisis, Washington Post
From the center: White House: Graham abortion bill would be a ‘crisis’, The Hill
From the right: Economy tops list of independent voters' concerns, but James Carville and other Dems defend focus on abortion, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 771 news articles covering this topic.
58% (449) are left-leaning, 28% (212) are centrist, and 14% (110) are right-leaning.
A top White House official warned in a memo issued Thursday that Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) proposal for a national abortion ban would lead to a “nationwide health care crisis” and transform reproductive medicine.
The Hill published a centrist article about how Jennifer Klein, director of the Gender Policy Council at the White House, warned Sen. Lindsey Graham's (R-S.C.) proposal for a national abortion ban would lead to a "nationwide health crisis". “If passed and enacted, this bill would create a nationwide health crisis, imperiling the health and lives of women in all 50 states. It would transform the practice of medicine, opening the door to doctors being thrown in jail if they fulfill their duty of care to patients according to their best medical judgment,” Klein wrote in the memo.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists sent a letter to the White House on Thursday. The group took issue with the proposed law's "arbitrary gestational age limit" and argued that doctors would become less skilled because their training would be altered to comply with the law.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Abortion has salience with Democrats, but isn't the top issue for independent voters in most polls. "Democrats ignore the economy, consistently the top issue among voters, at their own peril," Kayleigh McEnany said. Democrats are using abortion as their "only chance at mobilizing their base ahead of the midterms".
From the left
White House: GOP abortion ban would mean a nationwide crisis
Washington Post
US urges world to tell Russia to stop its nuclear threats
The U.S., Russia and Ukraine's top diplomats spoke at a high-profile U.N. Security Council meeting on Thursday, but they did not quite come together. The United States encouraged other countries to tell Russia to cease making nuclear threats and end "the tragedy" of its war in Ukraine.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,090 news articles covering this topic. 48% (998) are left-leaning, 32% (674) are centrist, and 20% (418) are right-leaning.
From the left: U.S. has sent private warnings to Russia against using a nuclear weapon, Washington Post
From the center: US urges world to tell Russia to stop its nuclear threats’, AP News
From the right: Putin’s mass ‘partial’ mobilization sparks public protests in Russia, while Biden says Putin wants to extinguish Ukraine’s right to exist, Fox News
Russian Defense Ministry Press Service/AP
We ran the numbers: There are 2,090 news articles covering this topic.
48% (998) are left-leaning, 32% (674) are centrist, and 20% (418) are right-leaning.
The U.S., Russia and Ukraine's top diplomats spoke at a high-profile U.N. Security Council meeting on Thursday, but they did not quite come together. The United States encouraged other countries to tell Russia to cease making nuclear threats and end "the tragedy" of its war in Ukraine.
AP News published a centrist article about how for the first time since World War II, Russia drew down some of its reserves. President Vladimir Putin said that if his nation's territory is threatened, it will "use all tools at our disposal" to protect itself. Blinken urged ““Every council member should send a clear message that these reckless nuclear threats must stop immediately”.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that the U.S. has been privately communicating with Moscow for several months, warning the Russian government of the dire repercussions that would follow the use of a nuclear weapon. The White House is making an effort to promote "strategic ambiguity," as it is known in the field of nuclear deterrence, at a time when Russia is intensifying its rhetoric about the use of nuclear weapons and undergoing a domestic mobilization to stem its military defeats in eastern Ukraine.
A right-leaning article from Washington Examiner highlights how John Kirby, NSC coordinator for strategic communications, called out Putin's veiled reference to using "all weapon systems". Kirby said the U.S. is watching "very, very closely" for any signs Putin is mobilizing his nuclear forces after Putin insisted his threat was "not a bluff".
From the left
U.S. has sent private warnings to Russia against using a nuclear weapon
Washington Post
DeSantis hits back at migrant lawsuit, calls it ‘political theater’
A class-action lawsuit brought by a group of Venezuelan migrants that the state flew to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, is being rebuffed by the office of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), who calls it an act of "political theatre."
We ran the numbers: There are 1,487 news articles covering this topic. 17% (254) are left-leaning, 38% (559) are centrist, and 45% (674) are right-leaning.
From the left: Florida’s DeSantis Sued for Flying Migrants to Martha’s Vineyard, Bloomberg
From the center: DeSantis hits back at migrant lawsuit, calls it ‘political theater’, The Hill
From the right: Activists suing DeSantis over Martha's Vineyard flights received over $1.3M from George Soros network, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 1,487 news articles covering this topic.
17% (254) are left-leaning, 38% (559) are centrist, and 45% (674) are right-leaning.
A class-action lawsuit brought by a group of Venezuelan migrants that the state flew to Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, is being rebuffed by the office of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R), who calls it an act of "political theatre."
The Hill published a centrist article about how the suit alleges the governor and state official misled the migrants into signing consent forms before flying them to Martha's Vineyard, Mass., on false promises. Massachusetts is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other GOP governors for relocating undocumented migrants across state lines. Some of the migrants say they were told they were being sent to Washington, D.C., or Boston, only to find out they were instead heading to Martha's Vineyard.
A left-leaning article from Bloomberg highlights that migrants claim they were duped into making the trip by free fast food and promises of employment and housing. Florida paid for private chartered planes, at a cost of $12,300 per passenger. But they landed on Martha's Vineyard without food, water, shelter, or anyone knowing about their arrival. Florida governor’s spokeswoman says relocation was ‘voluntary’
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how the Massachusetts National Guard was called in to bus the migrant away from the island within 48 hours. and that the law firm filing the suit received $50,000 from Borealis Philanthropy, a left-wing donor-advised fund that acts as an intermediary, steering Democratic money to organizations. "The immigrants were homeless, hungry, and abandoned," she says.
From the left
Florida’s DeSantis Sued for Flying Migrants to Martha’s Vineyard
Bloomberg
Biden slams Putin's invasion of Ukraine in a speech to the United Nations
In his second speech to the UN General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, President Biden blasted Russian President Vladimir Putin and his persistent attempts to annex Ukrainian territory.
We ran the numbers: There are 2,028 news articles covering this topic. 44% (892) are left-leaning, 43% (872) are centrist, and 13% (264) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden, at U.N., says Russia’s actions ‘should make your blood run cold’, Washington Post
From the center: Biden slams Putin's invasion of Ukraine in a speech to the United Nations, NPR
From the right: Nikki Haley says Biden failed to ‘call out’ Russian allies in UN remarks on Ukraine, New York Post
We ran the numbers: There are 2,028 news articles covering this topic.
44% (892) are left-leaning, 43% (872) are centrist, and 13% (264) are right-leaning.
In his second speech to the UN General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, President Biden blasted Russian President Vladimir Putin and his persistent attempts to annex Ukrainian territory.
NPR published a centrist article about how Biden referred to preparations for sudden ballots to join Russia in seized portions of Ukraine as a "sham," and announced the U.S. is putting nearly $3 billion toward food security assistance for countries struggling to feed their families.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that Biden sees Russian efforts to "erase" Ukraine as a breach of U.N. norms, and suggests Security Council revisions that would weaken Moscow's influence. Biden argues that Moscow had “shamelessly violated the core tenets of the United Nations charter.” The United States' efforts to lead multilateral initiatives to address global issues including climate change and the coronavirus epidemic also took up a significant portion of Biden's speech.
A right-leaning article from New York Post highlights how Nikki Haley, former US ambassador to the United Nations said she wished President Joe Biden had gone further in his condemnation of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and "called out" countries that allegedly are aiding Russian President Vladimir Putin. The Republican National Committee says Biden's policies have made the US "less safe".
From the left
Biden, at U.N., says Russia’s actions ‘should make your blood run cold’
Washington Post
From the right
Nikki Haley says Biden failed to ‘call out’ Russian allies in UN remarks on Ukraine
New York Post
Biden invites Elton John to perform at the White House
Friday's "A Night When Hope and History Rhyme" event will feature a performance by artist Elton John on the South Lawn of the White House.
We ran the numbers: There are 1,704 news articles covering this topic. 37% (626) are left-leaning, 48% (811) are centrist, and 15% (267) are right-leaning.
From the left: A Mar-a-Lago brief by GOP attorneys general is less than meets the eye, Politico
From the center: Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road. Hello, White House. Biden invites Elton John to perform, NPR
From the right: Elton John to put on White House concert, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1,704 news articles covering this topic.
37% (626) are left-leaning, 48% (811) are centrist, and 15% (267) are right-leaning.
Friday's "A Night When Hope and History Rhyme" event will feature a performance by artist Elton John on the South Lawn of the White House.
NPR published a centrist article about how the White House has called Elton John a "music legend and global humanitarian”. John previously performed at a state dinner during the Clinton administration but declined an invitation to perform at Trump's Inauguration.
A left-leaning article from Politico highlights that "the healing and unifying power of music." event will commemorate Elton John and the "ordinary history-makers in the audience, including teachers, nurses, frontline workers, mental health champions, students, and LGBTQ+ advocates," is also expected to feature remarks from President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. 2,000 people are expected to attend.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Biden has occasionally had musical guests, despite the fact that celebrities like John had shied away from the White House while President Donald Trump was in power. James Taylor most recently sang a few songs at the celebration last week to mark the passing of laws addressing the cost of prescription drugs, climate change, and other issues.
Trump replies to DOJ appeal to resume criminal probe of Mar-a-Lago documents
Judge Aileen Cannon of the U.S. District Court said there was no proof Trump attempted to divulge secrets, despite the Justice Department's insistence that the investigation is urgent because classified data were taken.
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From the left: A Mar-a-Lago brief by GOP attorneys general is less than meets the eye, Washington Post
From the center: Trump replies to DOJ appeal in fight to resume criminal probe of Mar-a-Lago documents, USA Today
From the right: Biden national security adviser 'not briefed' on Mar-a-Lago raid documents, Washington Examiner
We ran the numbers: There are 1,732 news articles covering this topic.
51% (885) are left-leaning, 24% (412) are centrist, and 25% (435) are right-leaning.
Judge Aileen Cannon of the U.S. District Court said there was no proof Trump attempted to divulge secrets, despite the Justice Department's insistence that the investigation is urgent because classified data were taken.
USA Today published a centrist article about how a judge blocked the review while a special master reviews them for personal papers or communications with lawyers. About 100 classified documents were among 11,000 documents seized at Mar-a-Lago. Trump's lawyers argue he has a personal interest in those documents, whether they're classified or not. 11 state attorneys general filed a document supporting Trump, arguing against the Justice Department's appeal.
A left-leaning article from Washington Post highlights that a coalition of GOP state attorneys general submitted an amicus brief devoted to criticising the Biden administration's approach to managing legal issues. It has absolutely nothing to do with the search itself or even the order that is being challenged. According to the brief, the Trump administration cannot be relied upon to accurately represent the information regarding the Mar-a-Lago search. It doesn't go into any detail about Trump's decision to hold onto potentially highly sensitive documents.
A right-leaning article from Washington Examiner highlights how the GOP attorney brief is devoted to attacking the Biden administration and its handling of legal matters and argues that the Trump administration can't be trusted in its representations of the facts about the Mar-a-Lago search but doesn't delve at all into Trump's retention of sensitive documents that could be highly sensitive.
From the left
A Mar-a-Lago brief by GOP attorneys general is less than meets the eye
Washington Post
From the center
Trump replies to DOJ appeal in fight to resume criminal probe of Mar-a-Lago documents
USA Today
From the right
Biden national security adviser 'not briefed' on Mar-a-Lago raid documents
Washington Examiner
NYC Mayor Blames Republicans' 'Failure' for Migrant Suicide
The recent suicide of an asylum seeker has exposed the human costs of the recent political drama as the feud between Republican and Democratic governors and mayors over the busing of migrants to cities like New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts continues to escalate. New York City Mayor Eric Adams, said on Monday that the refugee had committed suicide because he had been "traumatised by this whole experience."
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From the left: Asylum seeker died by suicide in New York City homeless shelter, mayor says, Politico
From the center: NYC Mayor Blames Republicans' 'Failure' for Migrant Killing Herself, Newsweek
From the right: Mayor Eric Adams considering legal action against Texas in response to migrant buses, Fox News
We ran the numbers: There are 2,988 news articles covering this topic.
43% (1,286) are left-leaning, 33% (970) are centrist, and 24% (732) are right-leaning.
The recent suicide of an asylum seeker has exposed the human costs of the recent political drama as the feud between Republican and Democratic governors and mayors over the busing of migrants to cities like New York City, Washington, D.C., Chicago, and Martha's Vineyard in Massachusetts continues to escalate. New York City Mayor Eric Adams, said on Monday that the refugee had committed suicide because he had been "traumatised by this whole experience."
Newsweek published a centrist article about how New York City Mayor Eric Adams said the suicide of an asylum seeker was a "failure" of Republican governors who sent migrants to New York instead. Texas Governor Greg Abbott's press secretary called Adams' comments "lies and selectively attacking Texas' busing operation". Since May, at least 11,000 migrants have entered the city's homeless shelters on buses chartered by Abbott.
A left-leaning article from Politico highlights that NYC Mayor Eric Adams is considering using cruise ships to house homeless asylum seekers. More than 11,000 migrants, mostly from Central and South America, have entered city homeless shelters since May. Mayor Eric Adams blasted Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for sending buses of asylum seekers to the city.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Mayor Eric Adams said that the city is considering taking legal action against Texas over the busloads of migrants. Abbott has said Texas will continue sending buses of migrants to sanctuary cities like New York City, Washington, D.C. and Chicago until the federal government secures the southern border.
From the left
Asylum seeker died by suicide in New York City homeless shelter, mayor says
Politico
The Bidens attend Queen Elizabeth’s funeral
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey in London along with several other foreign leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
We ran the numbers:There are 2,391 news articles covering this topic. 51% (1,213) are left-leaning, 45% (1,084) are centrist, and 4% (94) are right-leaning.
From the left: Biden and world leaders attend state funeral for Queen Elizabeth II, CNN
From the center: Bidens attend Queen Elizabeth’s funeral, The Hill
From the right: Mayor Eric Adams says NYC considering legal action against Texas in response to migrant buses, NY Post
We ran the numbers: There are 2,391 news articles covering this topic.
51% (1,213) are left-leaning, 45% (1,084) are centrist, and 4% (94) are right-leaning.
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden attended the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey in London.
The Hill published a centrist article about how the president attended the funeral along with several other foreign leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. After the service Biden flew back to Washington where several of these foreign leaders will be present in New York for the UN General Assembly.
A left-leaning article from CNN highlights that the White House was very careful not to make the trip about Biden, rigorously examining protocol in recent days to avoid any slip-ups that may potentially divert attention from the funeral itself. The only events on Biden's calendar, according to the source, were those organised in conjunction with the palace, and his team decided against setting up even a casual encounter with Truss while in London
A right-leaning article from New York Post highlights how the President and first lady were seated 14 rows back during the service at Westminster Abbey. Former President Donald Trump mocked President Biden’s nosebleed seat insisting he would have had a prime spot if still commander-in-chief saying “If I were president, they wouldn’t have sat me back there—and our Country would be much different than it is right now!” .
From the right
Mayor Eric Adams says NYC considering legal action against Texas in response to migrant buses
New York Post
DeSantis flies migrants to Martha's Vineyard
The latest—and one of the most dramatic—efforts by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to court conservatives domestically and nationally as he positions himself for a 2024 presidential bid was his decision to fly scores of migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
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From the left: GOP escalates immigration protest, Democrats deride moves as reckless, cruel, Washington Post
From the center: DeSantis migrant dumps come with political risks, The Hill
From the right: Vice President Kamala Harris again ignores migrant question, husband calls busing 'shameful', Fox News
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38% (685) are left-leaning, 35% (638) are centrist, and 27% (487) are right-leaning.
The latest—and one of the most dramatic—efforts by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to court conservatives domestically and nationally as he positions himself for a 2024 presidential bid was his decision to fly scores of migrants to Martha's Vineyard.
The Hill published a centrist article about how the move could also give Democrats an opening to regain lost ground among Florida Latinos. Illegal immigration remains a top issue for Republican voters nationally. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' (R) decision to fly migrants to Martha's Vineyard is being called a "stunt" by his Democratic opponent, Florida state Sen. Annette Taddeo who says the move should be a "wake-up call" for Latino voters.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights that D.C. Mayor Muriel E. Bowser declared a public emergency last week to release $10 million in city funds to help the migrants. Florida Gov. DeSantis may have used his state's federal coronavirus money to fly migrants from Texas to Martha's Vineyard. Earlier this year, Texas took advantage of a separate, yet related, federal pandemic program to free up money for Operation Lone Star.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Vice President Kamala Harris husband, Doug Emhoff called the buses carrying 101 migrants "shameful" and a "political stunt". while Vice President Kamala Harris ignored a reporter's question about the buses on Friday after refusing to comment on the two migrant buses after delivering remarks at the White House.
From the left
GOP escalates immigration protest, Democrats deride moves as reckless, cruel
Washington Post
Mass burial site reportedly uncovered by Ukrainian forces
According to the president of Ukraine, Volodymr Zelenskyy, investigators at a mass grave site in Ukraine have discovered evidence that some of the deceased were tortured, including victims with shattered limbs and cords around their necks.
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From the left: Ukrainian president: Burial site contains torture victims, Washington Post
From the center: Ukraine's Mass Grave From 'Same School of Terror' as Serbia: Ex-Politician, Newsweek
From the right: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says mass grave discovered in Izium after Russian troop withdrawal, Fox News
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53% (684) are left-leaning, 15% (197) are centrist, and 32% (407) are right-leaning.
According to the president of Ukraine, Volodymr Zelenskyy, investigators at a mass grave site in Ukraine have discovered evidence that some of the deceased were tortured, including victims with shattered limbs and cords around their necks.
Newsweek published a centrist article quoting Zelensky who said, "We want the world to know what is really happening and what the Russian occupation has led to: Bucha, Mariupol, now, unfortunately, Izyum," referencing other sites of alleged Russian war crimes against civilians. "Russia leaves death everywhere."
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights that Zelenskyy says more than 440 graves have been found and appears to be one of the largest discovered in Ukraine. Amnesty International says mass burial site confirmed "our darkest fears". Russian officials distanced themselves from responsibility for the site. A Ukrainian official says "torture chambers" have been found in Kharkiv region's recaptured towns.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Zelenksyy said that over the last week, more than 400 cities and towns have been liberated from Russian occupation. Zelenskyy said he expected to obtain additional information on the mass grave site Friday and said Ukrainian and international journalists would be allowed into the recently secured city. "We want the world to know what is really happening and what the Russian occupation has led to," he continued. "Russia leaves death everywhere. And it must be held accountable for that".
From the left
Ukrainian president: Burial site contains torture victims
Washington Post
California Gov. Gavin Newsom rents billboards in 7 states attacking abortion restrictions
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been critical of Republican governors in several policy areas. He's accused Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other GOP governors of being "bullies". Newsom faces state Sen. Brian Dahle in November's election, and polls show him ahead.
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From the left: Calif. governor rents billboards in red states to tout abortion access, Washington Post
From the center: California Gov. Gavin Newsom rents billboards in 7 states attacking abortion restrictions, USA Today
From the right: Newsom Campaign Runs Billboard Ads in Red States Advertising California Abortions, National Review
We ran the numbers: There are 1,849 news articles covering this topic.
37% (679) are left-leaning, 39% (730) are centrist, and 24% (440) are right-leaning
Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, started a billboard campaign in seven states to tell people on how to seek abortion services there.
USA Today published a centrist article about how billboards are running in eight states that have moved to restrict abortion access. Gov. Gavin Newsom: "We will defend your constitutional right to make decisions about your own health". Newsom shared images of the billboards on Twitter, tagging the governors of the individual states.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights that California Gov. Gavin Newsom has been critical of Republican governors in several policy areas. He's accused Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other GOP governors of being "bullies". Newsom faces state Sen. Brian Dahle in November's election, and polls show him ahead.
A right-leaning article from National Review highlights the ads themselves. “Texas doesn’t own your body. You do,” reads an ad featuring a woman in handcuffs, despite the fact that no pro-life laws punish women who receive abortions. Another says “Need an abortion? California is ready to help” and includes a verse from the Gospel of Mark: “Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no greater commandment than these.” Newsom and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis are seen as potential future presidential candidates.
From the left
Calif. governor rents billboards in red states to tout abortion access
Washington Post
From the center
California Gov. Gavin Newsom rents billboards in 7 states attacking abortion restrictions
USA Today
From the right
Newsom Campaign Runs Billboard Ads in Red States Advertising California Abortions
National Review
Tentative agreement reached to avoid national rail strike
Early on Thursday, President Biden issued a statement saying that railroad firms and the unions that represent their employees had achieved a compromise to prevent a general strike that may have had a negative impact on the economy.
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From the left: Biden scores deal on rail strike, but worker discontent emerges, Washington Post
From the center: Tentative agreement reached to avoid national rail strike, The Hill
From the right: Biden administration says ‘tentative’ deal reached to avoid national rail strike, Fox News
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Early on Thursday, President Biden issued a statement saying that railroad firms and the unions that represent their employees had achieved a compromise to prevent a general strike that may have had a negative impact on the economy.
The Hill published a centrist article about how President Joe Biden said in a statement that the tentative labor agreement reached between rail companies and unions is a "win for our economy"” The agreement, he continued, "means that these hard-earned rail workers will receive greater compensation, better working conditions, and peace of mind over their health care bills.” The accord is also a win for the railroad industry, as it will allow them to keep and hire more workers for a sector that will remain a pillar of the American economy for years to come.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Union officials face an uphill climb in selling the deal to rank-and-file members. "It's impossible right now to make heads or tails of what this agreement means," a union official says. Critical questions remain about sick leave and health care co-pays and deductibles. The reaction of rank-and-file union members to the deal appeared mixed on Thursday.
A right-leaning article from NY Post highlights that 12 unions representing 115,000 workers agreed to the deal. President Biden said in a statement the tentative deal "will keep our critical rail system working". Amtrak canceled all long-distance passenger trains hours before the deal was reached. A strike would have cost the economy an estimated $2 billion a day.
From the left
Biden scores deal on rail strike, but worker discontent emerges
Washington Post
From the right
Biden administration says ‘tentative’ deal reached to avoid national rail strike
Fox News
Senator Graham steals GOP’s inflation thunder with abortion ban
As abortion appears to be energising Democratic voters ahead of the midterm elections, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) drew swift criticism from Democrats and icy responses from fellow Republicans after he introduced a 15-week abortion ban bill in the Senate.
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From the left: Did Lindsey Graham just score an own goal on abortion?, Politico
From the center: House GOP leaders hedge on 15-week abortion ban, The Hill
From the right: Republicans mull playing offense on abortion amid advice to focus on inflation, Washington Examiner
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As abortion appears to be energising Democratic voters ahead of the midterm elections, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) drew swift criticism from Democrats and icy responses from fellow Republicans after he introduced a 15-week abortion ban bill in the Senate.
The Hill published a centrist article about how House Republicans had previously promised to bring up the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act on "day one" of a GOP majority but now they won't promise to introduce a bill banning abortions beyond 15 weeks. Democrats have maintained that existing laws already provide legal protection for infants.
A left-leaning article from Politico highlights how most Republicans adhered to a straightforward message following the Supreme Court's decision to reverse Roe v. Wade in June: the decision only threw the matter back to the states; it was not the start of any nationwide abortion ban. However, on Tuesday, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) proposal to adopt a federal ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy while allowing individual states to enact more stringent regulations has left fellow Republicans who had already been on the back foot due to Roe's decision now on their butts.
A right-leaning article from Washington Examiner highlights how Democrats are eager to cast the legislation as a "national abortion ban," potentially swinging public opinion further left at a time when they were on the defensive over inflation. In the present media context, many GOP operatives believe this is an unwinnable argument. Graham's bill won't be put to a vote, according to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), a key player in confirming the anti-Roe Supreme Court majority.
From the right
Republicans mull playing offense on abortion amid advice to focus on inflation
Washington Examiner
Primary fallout: Democrats have momentum; Donald Trump Republicans face obstacles
The primary season is over, and six months of intraparty political squabbles have demonstrated one basic thing: The Democrats are in better health than previously believed for the November elections.
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From the left: New Hampshire Shows GOP Isn’t Learning the Right Lessons, Bloomberg
From the center: Primary fallout: Democrats have momentum; Donald Trump Republicans face obstacles, USA Today
From the right: Washington Post column says Democrats cannot ‘wish away’ inflation before midterms, could get worse next year, Fox News
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The primary season is over, and six months of intraparty political squabbles have demonstrated one basic thing: The Democrats are in better health than previously believed for the November elections.
USA Today published a centrist article about how many analysts currently believe that Democrats will maintain control of the U.S. Senate following a succession of primaries. According to polls and political pundits, the Republicans are still expected to take back control of the U.S. House, but Democrats are now in an excellent position to win a number of big-state governorships and increase their as-slim-as-possible lead in the U.S. Senate.
A left-leaning article from Bloomberg highlights how New Hampshire has voted for Democrats for president five times in a row and defeated Donald Trump by seven percentage points in 2020. Democratic Senator Maggie Hassan and both the state's House Democrats were considered highly vulnerable this year. Instead of capitalizing on this vulnerability, Republicans chose Trump-aligned candidates in all three contested seats.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how inflation poses "huge political risks" for the Biden administration, writes John Olsen. "Democrats might still do better than expected in the midterms, but they will not be able to wish away the inflation issue before votes are cast." Olsen: Rising prices will force Biden to decide whether to run for re-election. He also slams the Fed for not taking rising prices seriously enough, thus delaying action. The bad news for Democrats is that it is likely to get worse next year.
From the left
New Hampshire Shows GOP Isn’t Learning the Right Lessons
Bloomberg
From the center
Primary fallout: Democrats have momentum; Donald Trump Republicans face obstacles
USA Today
President takes unexpected trip to Delaware to vote
President Biden on Tuesday took an unexpected trip to Delaware to cast his ballot in the primary election in his home state.
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From the left: Biden drops in on Delaware to vote in person for primaries, Washington Post
From the center: President takes unexpected trip to Delaware to vote, The Hill
From the right: Biden takes unscheduled trip to vote in Delaware primary, Washington Examiner
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President Biden on Tuesday took an unexpected trip to Delaware to cast his ballot in the primary election in his home state.
The Hill published a centrist article about how when reporters asked White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre earlier if Biden planned to cast his ballot in the Delaware primaries, she said she didn’t have anything to share about that at the time.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Biden is known for using any pretext to leave the White House and travel to his home, usually on weekends. This time, he and first lady Jill Biden were only gone for a short period of time, but they still needed the customary level of security, motorcades, and an Air Force One flight. The president did not explain why he chose not to use Delaware's legal mail-in voting option, which Democrats have touted as a way to boost voter turnout.
A right-leaning article from Washington Examiner highlights how White House officials declined to offer comment on the reason for Joe Biden's trip while the president told reporters on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews that he is going to vote in the state's primary Tuesday night. Both Bidens are expected to return to the White House late Tuesday evening after casting their votes.
Dropping gas prices drowned out by continued inflation
The United States' inflation rate fell in August for the second consecutive month due to sharply reduced gas costs and cheaper used vehicles but many other commodities saw price increases showing that inflation is still a significant burden on American households. Left-leaning articles focus on how inflation declined slightly while right-leaning articles focus on Biden celebrating Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act while “major stock indexes are closing down roughly 4% each in response to a hotter-than-anticipated monthly inflation report”.
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From the left: Biden drops in on Delaware to vote in person for primaries, Washington Post
From the center: President takes unexpected trip to Delaware to vote, The Hill
From the right: Biden takes unscheduled trip to vote in Delaware primary, Washington Examiner
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The United States' inflation rate fell in August for the second consecutive month due to sharply reduced gas costs and cheaper used vehicles but many other commodities saw price increases showing that inflation is still a significant burden on American households. Left-leaning articles focus on how inflation declined slightly while right-leaning articles focus on Biden celebrating Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act while “major stock indexes are closing down roughly 4% each in response to a hotter-than-anticipated monthly inflation report”.
USA Today published a centrist article about how President Joe Biden on Tuesday touted progress on inflation even though the government's latest data reinforced concerns as the yearly pace of inflation declined slightly to 8.3% in August. But the core consumer price index, which is considered a better measure of long-term trends, showed a larger-than-expected increase, rising 6.3% compared to a year ago.
A left-leaning article from the Politico highlights how though inflation is still painfully high, it is down from an 8.5% jump in July and a four-decade high of 9.1% in June. It notes that inflation has escalated families' grocery bills, rents and utility costs. The cost of rental apartments and other services, such as health care, are likely to keep rising in the months ahead. The Fed is expected to announce another big increase in its benchmark interest rate next week.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how President Biden is being slammed for a White House celebration of the Democrats' Inflation Reduction Act Tuesday, the same day higher than expected inflation in August was announced.
From the center
Is Biden responsible for dip in inflation? President's victory lap is premature, experts say
USA Today
Trump fights DOJ request to review Classified Docs
Ex-President Donald Trump's legal team filed a response to the Department of Justice's request for review of classified materials taken from Mar-a-Lago claiming the documents were "secured" in a locked room at the private club. While left-leaning articles focus on the reluctance of Trump's attorneys to support his assertion that he has declassified the documents, right-leaning articles focus on how Trump's lawyers say the investigation is 'unprecedented and misguided' and that the government has not yet established that the records "remain classified."
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From the left: Trump’s lawyers still won’t actually say it, Washington Post
From the center: Trump presses court to keep blocking DOJ access to records, The Hill
From the right: Trump lawyers oppose DOJ request to continue to use classified docs seized by FBI during investigation, Fox News
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Ex-President Donald Trump's legal team filed a response to the Department of Justice's request for review of classified materials taken from Mar-a-Lago claiming the documents were "secured" in a locked room at the private club. While left-leaning articles focus on the reluctance of Trump's attorneys to support his assertion that he has declassified the documents, right-leaning articles focus on how Trump's lawyers say the investigation is 'unprecedented and misguided' and that the government has not yet established that the records "remain classified."
The Hill published a centrist article about how the brief also seeks to undercut the Justice Department's argument that its criminal investigation is "inextricably intertwined" with a separate intelligence community review.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how reluctant Donald Trump's attorneys are to support Trump's assertion that he has declassified the documents that were confiscated at Mar-a-Lago last month. Rather than actually asserting that Trump declassified the documents—as Trump has said, in his various public statements—they attempt to place the burden on the Justice Department to prove that Trump didn’t.
A right-leaning article from Fox News highlights how Trump's lawyers say the investigation is 'unprecedented and misguided' and emphasize that the government has not yet established that the records "remain classified". Further, the legal team asserts that the Presidential Records Act (PRA) affords every president "exceptional authority to categorize all of his or her records as either Presidential or personal records, and established case law provides for very limited judicial review over presidential records."
Biden pitches ‘Cancer Moonshot’ as Bipartisan pursuit
On Monday, President Biden compared his "cancer moonshot" program to former President Kennedy's well-known "moonshot" initiative and touted it as a nonpartisan effort that should unite Americans. While left-leaning articles focus on how how Biden’s anti-cancer efforts provided a rare moment of bipartisanship in Washington, right-leaning articles focus on how Biden plans to get billions of dollars in funding in order to make this moonshot a reality.
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From the left: Biden touts cancer ‘moonshot’ at JFK Library, despite setbacks, Washington Post
From the center: Biden pitches ‘cancer moonshot’ as bipartisan pursuit, The Hill
From the right: Biden invokes JFK with ‘moonshot’ pitch to halve cancer deaths by 2047, New York Post
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On Monday, President Biden compared his "cancer moonshot" program to former President Kennedy's well-known "moonshot" initiative and touted it as a nonpartisan effort that should unite Americans. While left-leaning articles focus on how how Biden’s anti-cancer efforts provided a rare moment of bipartisanship in Washington, right-leaning articles focus on how Biden plans to get billions of dollars in funding in order to make this moonshot a reality.
The Hill published a centrist article about Vice President Joe Biden’s speech on the 60th anniversary of President Kennedy's "moonshot" speech, describing the initiative to cut the cancer death rate in half over the next 25 years. Biden also signed an executive order launching a national biotechnology and bio-manufacturing initiative.
A left-leaning article from the Washington Post highlights how Biden’s anti-cancer efforts provided a rare moment of bipartisanship in Washington and while still nascent, the moonshot initiative has already shown some benefits and could make a big difference. Biden has become a strong advocate for cancer research after the death of his son from brain cancer.
A right-leaning article from the NY Post highlights how President Kennedy's moonshot—getting the first man to the Moon—cost approximately $200 billion or more in 2020 dollars and how Karine Jean-Pierre, the White House press secretary, was asked if Biden is requesting funding from Congress in order to make this moonshot a reality and invest billions.