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How To Form Your Own Opinion About Conflict In The Middle East

Ways to separate bias from fact.

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How To Form Your Own Opinion About Conflict In The Middle East
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Although it is neither a new source of conflict nor headlines, tensions in the Middle East have been drawing media attention from around the globe as violence in the region escalated this past week. In a situation with such a long and complicated history, it can be difficult to understand or form unbiased opinions about what is happening in this area of the world. To form your own opinions based on unbiased facts, here are some resources to look at.



Huffington Post's "7 Things to Consider Before Choosing Sides in the Middle East Conflict."

This article from the Huffington Post does an excellent job of discussing the importance of knowing facts before forming opinions and discussing both sides of the issue. Writer Ali Rizvi also does an excellent job of tracing this conflict back to its origin and explaining the root causes of Middle Eastern conflict.


The Associated Press.

AP represents a higher standard for journalism. As the source that major news representatives use for information if not able to cover the event themselves, the Associated Press is responsible for reporting only the facts without bias in any issue. Check out their web page covering events in the Middle East for a comprehensive supply of up-to-date information. Pro tip: follow them on social media or download the AP Mobile app for news wherever you are.


BBC News.

BBC News is an excellent way to read up on news from around the world featuring informative, thorough articles covering a vast expanse of information. Their coverage of the conflict in the Middle East provides content that is ultra-informative and easy to read and understand no matter how complex the situation.


Reminder: think while you read.

Bias exists in an overwhelming percentage of all media. It's vital to think while you read about where the facts are coming from and separate fact from opinion in order to form your own.

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