CrossExamined.org - Bias and Credibility (original) (raw)
- Overall, we rate CrossExamined.org as a right-biased conspiracy and pseudoscience site based on engaging in topics that are not substantiated and frequently denying the consensus of science.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: RIGHT CONSPIRACY-PSEUDOSCIENCEFactual Reporting: LOW
Country: USA
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rank: MOSTLY FREE
Media Type: Organization/Foundation
Traffic/Popularity: Medium Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: LOW CREDIBILITY
History
CrossExamined.org is an evangelical, inter-denominational Christian ministry founded in 2006. The organization aims to present evidence supporting the truth of the Bible. According to their About page, CrossExamined focuses on Christian Apologetics and seeks to counter false ideologies affecting the world and the body of believers, particularly the younger generation.
The ministry and website are presumed to be based in the United States based on its domain registration.
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Funded by / Ownership
CrossExamined.org is a non-profit ministry. The website does not explicitly state its ownership. However, Dr. Frank Turek is the primary figure associated with the website. It is funded through donations, online courses, and book sales.
Analysis / Bias
The article “Christians, Donald Trump, and the Meeting” by Frank Turek argues that Christians should support Donald Trump based on the idea that Trump’s policies align with Christian values. The article cites sources such as Priests for Life, a now-removed YouTube video, and an unrelated site, ADF Media. The author, Frank Turek, is a Christian apologist who uses religious context to advocate for political support, which could be seen as biased and not objective.
Another article, “5 Reasons the Resurrection of Jesus Is Not a Copy of Ancient Pagan Myths,” aims to debunk the idea that Jesus’ resurrection is borrowed from ancient myths. The article is written from a Christian apologetic perspective and cites ancient texts and myths to support its arguments. It’s important to note that the resurrection of Jesus is a matter of faith and religious belief. There is no scientific evidence to prove or disprove the resurrection, making it a topic that is inherently difficult to analyze through a purely factual lens. The article operates within the framework of Christian apologetics and aims to defend a religious belief rather than provide empirical evidence.
In addition, CrossExamined.org often delves into scientific topics like evolution but approaches them from a faith-based perspective, which can be considered pseudoscience. For example, the article “Intelligent Design & Evolution” argues against the scientific theory of evolution and attempts to provide a religious explanation for the origin of life. This mixing of religious beliefs with scientific topics can be misleading.
Finally, the website also features an article that suggests it is against same-sex marriage, advocating for a traditional Christian view. The article “How to Speak the Truth on Same-Sex Marriage (Even If the World Hates You For It)” discusses the stance of the Christian church on same-sex marriage and suggests that if same-sex marriage is allowed, it could lead to the endorsement of other sexual proclivities by the church. In general, CrossExamined promotes unproven and scientifically unsubstantiated claims.
Failed Fact Checks
- They have not been fact-checked by a third-party.
Overall, we rate CrossExamined.org as a right-biased conspiracy and pseudoscience site based on engaging in topics that are not substantiated and frequently denying the consensus of science. (M. Huitsing 09/10/2023)
Source: https://crossexamined.org/
Last Updated on September 26, 2023 by
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