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Simon Maloy
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Senior Writer, Media Matters for America
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Conflict Development stories Human Rights
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By Simon Maloy Verified| Media Matters for America Verified On February 7, Breitbart.com's Ben Shapiro reported that Defense Secretary nominee Chuck Hagel (according to “Senate sources” ) received money from a group called “Friends of Hamas.” The report spread quickly through the conservative media as damning of Hagel, until Dave Weigel at Slate.com pointed out a salient fact -- there's no evidence that “Friends of Hamas” exists.
By Simon Maloy Verified| Media Matters for America Verified Breitbart's BigGovernment.com posts WH Christmas tree “exlcusive” BigGovernment.com: “Transvestites, Mao And Obama Ornaments Decorate White House Christmas Tree.” In a December 22 BigGovernment.com entry, “Capitol Confidential” posted photos of the three ornaments, writing:Why let a holiday season come between the White House and making some political statements? The White House pegged controversial designer Simon Doonan to oversee the Christmas decorations for the White House.
By Simon Maloy Verified| Media Matters for America Verified On February 7, Breitbart.com's Ben Shapiro reported that Defense Secretary nominee Chuck Hagel (according to “Senate sources” ) received money from a group called “Friends of Hamas.” The report spread quickly through the conservative media as damning of Hagel, until Dave Weigel at Slate.com pointed out a salient fact -- there's no evidence that “Friends of Hamas” exists.
Company Info
Media Matters for America
Media Matters for America is a progressive nonprofit organization founded in 2004 by David Brock. It operates as a research and information center focused on media accountability, specifically addressing conservative misinformation in U.S. media. The organization monitors and analyzes media platforms to ensure accurate public discourse and collaborates with progressive groups to counter conservative narratives. Media Matters engages in various activities, including systematic media monitoring, research and analysis, and advocacy. It produces articles, fact-checks, and reports that debunk misinformation on key issues like abortion rights and climate change. The organization also shares its research with activists, journalists, and policymakers to promote balanced reporting and educate the public about media bias. Its mission is to reduce media bias and foster informed public debate.
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Founded: 2004