Is it truly possible to have a non-biased media?

My own view is that it isn't possible to be unbiased but some sources have higher journalistic standards and integrity. All media and all language carries values and assumptions within it, often unacknowledged and sometimes at a subconscious level. However, not all media is the same. Some tell outright lies and some insinuate things which the readership are intended to take as fact. If I don't trust a source then I read through to find the quotes and the verified details.

I have confirmation bias too and everyone does, though I think it is a healthy thing if you can be critical of friends and allies from time to time.

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Fangirlsarah1996 · 26-30, F

Well the "greater media" will usually back the government because of money and such.

Smaller companies "seem" to be more willing to speak their mind as they have "nothing to lose"

These observations are very generalised however.

Ynotisay · M

@Fangirlsarah1996 I disagree. The 'greater media" stands to lose so much more if their reporting comes under question. They work very, very hard to get it right.

Fangirlsarah1996 · 26-30, F

@Ynotisay I didn't say they'd lie.

I said they'd back the government.

Ynotisay · M

@Fangirlsarah1996 OK. But as I've worked in and around the media world for a long time I can say the only time they'd "back" the government is if reporting would specifically jeopardize lives...say a military mission.