Independent & Reliable Journalism

Substack is a platform where independent writers, journalists, and content creators can share their work. Subscriptions can be free or paid, allowing readers to support independent journalism directly.

Ground News is a news aggregation site that provides a bias analysis for every news story, showing whether coverage leans Left, Center, or Right. Their motto is “See every side of every news story.”

The Midas Touch is a progressive media company that produces news and political content. The network describes itself as practicing “pro-democracy” journalism.

The Bulwark is a center-right political news and opinion site known for its criticism of populism and Trumpism. Originally founded by conservative journalists, it now embraces a more independent stance.

Beau of the Fifth Column is a YouTube channel originally hosted by Beau, now managed by his wife, Belle. Focuses on social justice, politics, and current events with a strong emphasis on critical thinking and ethical discussions.

The Grayzone is a news site that covers geopolitical topics, often challenging mainstream narratives. It focuses on investigative journalism and U.S. foreign policy.

Heather Cox Richardson
A newsletter about the history behind today’s politics. Click to read Letters from an American. She has also authored seven books on history and politics, including How the South Won the Civil War and Democracy Awakening.

The Lever is an American reader supported news outlet.

Mother Jones is a nonprofit American magazine that focuses on news, commentary, and investigative journalism on topics including politics, the environment, human rights, health, and culture.

Popular Information Newsletter is an independent newsletter deticated to accountability journalism.

The Intercept is a publication known for investigative journalism, particularly on government surveillance, corporate corruption, and national security.

Breaking Points is a YouTube-based independent news show hosted by Krystal Ball (progressive) and Saagar Enjeti (populist conservative), focusing on issues ignored by mainstream media.

Rising (The Hill) is a political news show that brings a mix of left and right perspectives, discussing politics and policy in an engaging format.

ScheerPost is an independent news outlet founded by veteran journalist Robert Scheer, covering topics like corporate influence, civil liberties, and foreign policy.

Good Traditional News Outlets

The Associated Press (AP) is a highly respected news agency that provides unbiased reporting, often serving as a primary source for other outlets.

BBC News (The British Broadcasting Corporation) provides in-depth global reporting and is known for its balanced approach to international affairs.

The Economist is a globally respected publication that covers economics, politics, and world affairs, known for its data-driven analysis and socially libertarian stance.

The Guardian is a British newspaper known for investigative journalism and holding those in power accountable. It operates without a paywall, relying on reader support instead of ads.

National Public Radio (NPR) is a publicly funded news outlet offering in-depth reporting and investigative journalism with a focus on public affairs and culture.

The New York Times is a globally recognized newspaper known for its investigative journalism, in-depth reporting, and editorial pieces. Considered a “newspaper of record.”

ProPublica uncovers corruption via investigative journalism.

Reuters is an international news organization known for straight, fact-based reporting without much editorial bias.