The ‘fact-checker’ job comes in different forms. A viral report misses that context to accuse journalists of bias – Poynter

The work of fact-checkers, like that of all journalists, is scrutinized for accuracy and fairness. Signs of bias can damage an organization’s credibility.That’s why fact-checking organizations commit to policies that promote nonpartisanship, such as prohibiting their staff from publicly participating in the political process. This means journalists at fact-checking organizations don’t show support for political parties, politicians or political candidates — no yard signs, no bumper stickers, no volunteering and no campaign donations.

Origen: The ‘fact-checker’ job comes in different forms. A viral report misses that context to accuse journalists of bias – Poynter