Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Most people are bothered by the ability of the rich to buy elections with their vast fortunes. They should feel the same way about the ability of the rich to control the media.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
The New York Times presents faulty numbers on the trade deficit — continuing a pattern of misreporting on the Biden-Harris economy.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Billionaires like Elon Musk can use political donations to shape elections — but their day-to-day control over social media platforms gives them even more power. There are some ways we could rein this in.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Ezra Klein offers some ideas about why Democrats are not reaching voters who don’t closely follow politics. But does his argument make any sense?
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Since people are genuinely confused by the word ‘tariff,’ wouldn’t it be more helpful for reporters to use terms that are less likely to be misunderstood?
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Actually, it was not at all surprising that Elon Musk used X/Twitter to further a political agenda.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Uncover the factors behind Harris’s defeat in the election. Explore the connection between public perception of the economy and electoral success.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
The truth about deflation: Learn why crossing into mild deflation doesn’t necessarily spell disaster for the economy.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Understanding the concept of social media ownership and its implications. Discover how it affects individuals, businesses, and society as a whole.
Article • Dean Baker’s Beat the Press
Why Doesn’t the Media Try to Inform Their Audience? Progressives have their backs against the wall. Is there a way forward?
