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Same story, different headlines

We read each outlet's headline and opening without its name and place it on four measures: sensationalism, loaded language, slant and framing. These are the outlets that sit furthest apart on this story.

3 articles · 3 publishers

Iowa 2nd District debate: James and Mitchell face off in race to replace Hinson

Stands out
ABC News (tabloid, some charged words).
Plainest
The Hill and PBS NewsHour.

Where the outlets diverge

Two headlines from opposite ends

  1. Sensationalism · Measured → Sensational

    MeasuredWATCH LIVE: U.S. House candidates James, Mitchell debate in Iowa in race to replace HinsonPBS NewsHour TabloidWATCH: Biggest moments after candidates face off in high-stakes debates in race to midtermsABC News

  2. Loaded language · Neutral → Loaded

    Neutral wordingHinson leads Iowa Senate contest as Sand holds edge for governor: PollThe Hill Some charged wordsWATCH: Biggest moments after candidates face off in high-stakes debates in race to midtermsABC News
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