Argus Leader
Media Bias Rating

The Argus Leader, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was established in 1881 and serves as the primary newspaper for the Sioux Falls area. Originally founded by Josiah S. Cramer and Alva M. Aldrich, the paper is currently owned by Gannett, a subsidiary of the USA Today Network. Known for its comprehensive coverage of local and state news, the Argus Leader also provides in-depth reporting on politics, sports, business, and lifestyle stories. It has gained regional recognition for its investigative journalism, notably in the realms of politics and social issues, solidifying its role as a critical voice in South Dakota media. Adapting to the digital era, the Argus Leader maintains a strong online presence through its website, argusleader.com, offering an easily accessible platform for both local and national audiences interested in South Dakota news.The Argus Leader, based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was established in 1881 and serves as the primary newspaper for the Sioux Falls area. Originally founded by Josiah S. Cramer and Alva M. Aldrich, the paper is currently owned by Gannett, a subsidiary of the USA Today Network. Known for its comprehensive coverage of local and state news, the Argus Leader also provides in-depth reporting on politics, sports, business, and lifestyle stories. It has gained regional recognition for its investigative journalism, notably in the realms of politics and social issues, solidifying its role as a critical voice in South Dakota media. Adapting to the digital era, the Argus Leader maintains a strong online presence through its website, argusleader.com, offering an easily accessible platform for both local and national audiences interested in South Dakota news.

A.I. Ratings

Bias Score

Our A.I. media bias rating of Argus Leader shows what policies Argus Leader supports and opposes including Argus Leader's conservative and liberal leanings based on analysis of three hundred of articles scanned daily using the latest data science and artificial intelligence technologies.

Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative, and 0% being neutral.

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Fair Reliability

*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

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Fair Reliability

*Our bias meter rating uses data science including sentiment analysis, machine learning and our proprietary algorithm for determining biases in news articles. Bias scores are on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative and 0% being neutral. The rating is an independent analysis and is not affiliated nor sponsored by the news source or any other organization.

Reliability

Biasly's Reliability Score is a composite score that includes the rating of the quality of sources, and quotes including their uniqueness and diversity.

Grade C 60% Reliable

Analyst Ratings

Bias Score

Biasly’s analyst team evaluates politician twitter accounts, voting records, and statements made in the press to determine leanings. Our diverse analyst team includes equal representation from conservative, center, and liberal viewpoints on every article we rate.

The Analyst Bias Score is on a scale of -100% to 100% with higher negative scores being more liberal and higher positive scores being more conservative, and 0% being neutral.

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Reliability

Biasly's Reliability Score is a composite score that includes the rating of the quality of sources, and quotes including their uniqueness and diversity.

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