OUTLET COMPARISON

The Independent vs The Washington Times — How they worded the same stories

Live side-by-side comparison of every current story where both The Independent (Center-left) and The Washington Times (Center-right) covered the same event. 2 live comparisons below.

Different Spin

Cassidy loses Louisiana Senate GOP primary as Trump-backed challenger advances to runoff

The Independent · Center-left

“Trump rants about Republican enemy Bill Cassidy before Louisiana election loss: ‘Sleazebag, terrible guy, disloyal disaster’”

The Washington Times · Center-right

“Louisiana Sen. Cassidy loses reelection, Trump claims revenge over impeachment vote”

Why it matters: Headlines vary in their emphasis, with some focusing on Cassidy's loss and others highlighting Trump's active role in his defeat.

29 total sources (+27 other outlets)Open the full comparison →

Different Spin

Groups rally to defend Black political representation in the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement

The Independent · Center-left

“Thousands rally to defend Black political representation in the birthplace of Civil Rights movement”

The Washington Times · Center-right

“In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation”

6 total sources (+4 other outlets)Open the full comparison →

About these outlets

The Independent

Bias label: Center-left · Factuality: Mostly Factual

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The Washington Times

Bias label: Center-right · Factuality: Mixed

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