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  1. Apr 2025
    1. Fifty-two percent of respondents said they would vote for the Republican candidate, while 39% said they would back the Democrat.

      Shows a significant lead for the Republican party.

    2. They have to choose between 20 to 30% of the base, which supports paying for gender transitions and surgeries with tax dollars, or the swing voters, which swing voters do not want at all.

      Political risk for the democratic party as swing voters lean closer to Republican views on this issue.

    3. The survey found that nearly 66% of Americans don't think the federal government should be funding gender transition procedures, including puberty blockers, hormones and surgeries

      Clear national majority against taxpayer money for gender transition procedures.

    4. "If the November 2026 general election for U.S. Congress was held today, and you knew that the Democratic candidate supports allowing federal tax dollars to pay for gender transition procedures, including puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries, would you vote for the Republican or Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress?"

      The language of this question could potentially influence respondents' answers. Also, this question assumes the knowledge of the participants which may not reflect their actual knowledge. The context of this question is important to analyze as well because the responses can be bias based on how this question is framed and the specific details it highlights.

    5. In 2021, former President Joe Biden signed an executive order directing federal agencies to expand anti-discrimination protections to include sexual orientation and gender identity, including in healthcare.

      Fact statement that can be observed.

    6. That was a little bit higher than we typically see for Democrat voters," Schilling said

      This could be a fact statement as it can be observed.

    7. Voters widely oppose taxpayer-funded gender surgeries, revealing Democrat Party's vulnerability

      News value of conflict as it highlights an issue that divides public opinion and political parties.

    8. The survey, conducted in early April

      News value of timeliness since it reports on recent polling data.

    9. "I think that the more Donald Trump's been talking about it and bringing attention to it, the more people are going to the Republican side on the issue," Schilling said.

      Opinion statement because it evokes a thought from an individual.

    10. We want to make sure that they knew just how unpopular these programs are to fund by tax dollars

      Opinion statement.

    11. The survey did not differentiate between minors and adults.

      This statement raises questions on the reliability of the sample, but doesn't necessarily alter it entirely.

    12. April with 1,500 respondents

      Good represenation of population with this sample size.

    1. The 2023-2024 academic year was marked by major protests on some college campuses, mostly protesting the Israel-Hamas war and the United States’ and universities’ responses to it. Those protests received significant media attention and inspired discussions about free speech, the disruption of campus operations and the protection of students.

      News value of conflict between the underlying tension of free speech and inclusivity.

    2. 2,327 adults

      This sample size is large which can pretty accurately represent the population.

    3. Students Say College

      News value of impact as it affects a large group of people.

    1. darkening clouds

      This metaphor suggests trouble or bad news. This could be a weather metaphor as it uses the imagery of clouds to symbolize approaching a negative situation. The metaphor entails that consumers perceive an approaching economic crisis, like how a storm approaches. It entails the feeling of anxiety and the potential for negative outcomes.

    2. knockout blow

      This phrase also comes from boxing, implying that tariffs and anxieties could be the final factor in defeating consumers financially. This could be a boxing metaphor, suggesting a final impact such as in a boxing match. The metaphor entails that tariffs and anxieties could cause significant harm, that will be a challenge for American consumers to recover from, like a knockout blow that ends a fight.

    3. on the ropes

      This phrase comes from boxing and suggest the American consumer is in a vulnerable position, implying that they are almost ready to be defeated. This could be a boxing metaphor, as it implies a near defeat moment and since the consumer is in a weakened position. The metaphor entails that American consumer are in a weakened state facing difficulties that affect their financial stability.

    4. Tue April 1, 2025

      New values of timeliness because it was published today and is an ongoing topic in our society.

    5. American consumer

      News value of impact because this affects a significant population of American people.

    6. I think the uncertainty of it just leads to more behavioral outcomes than just a simple implementation of a tariff could or would,” she said.

      This is an opinion statement because it is the lady's thoughts and feelings towards the situation.

    7. Wednesday at 4 p.m. ET in his first Rose Garden event at the White House

      This is a fact statement because it can be observed that this event will take place.

  2. Mar 2025
    1. Why Richard Pitino is a fit for the Big East

      Speculation opinion

    2. take us to championship success in the Big East and NCAA Tournament.”

      Speculation opinion

    3. Xavier athletic director Greg Christopher

      Prominet opinion in this situation

    4. Xavier hires Richard Pitino: Why he fits in the Big East, just like his father

      After reading this article, I found that it is all positive and uses very encouraging and hopeful language. This tells a lot about the authors viewpoint, and opinion towards this situation.

    5. Why Richard Pitino is a fit for the Big East

      This statement strikes me as an opinion, but as I analyze it more I'm contemplating if it is a fact since the paragraph answering this question is supported with facts observed from Rick Pitino's coaching career. Referring to what is meant by opinion as someone's thoughts or feelings, I would have to say that this is the authors opinion in this case.

    6. In 13 seasons as head coach, including stops at Florida International and Minnesota before joining New Mexico, Pitino is 247-186 (.570) with four NCAA Tournament appearances.

      Fact statement because these statistics can clearly be observed based on Rick Pitino's coaching history.

    7. It became clear that Richard was the right fit for Xavier to take us to championship success in the Big East and NCAA Tournament.”

      This could be seen as an opinion statement because it can't be proven as true or false. Rather it is Greg Christophers thoughts and feelings on why he chose Rick Pitino to be Xavier's next head basketball coach.

    8. Rick Pitino, just completed his fourth season as the head coach at New Mexico,

      Another fact statement because it is something that can be proven true.

    9. said in a statement

      Example of a journalist using an attribution

    10. The Lobos were eliminated in the second round Sunday with a 71-63 loss to Michigan State

      This is a fact statement because it is something that was observed and actually happened.

    11. hires

      News value of timeliness since it just happened.

    12. Xavier

      News value of proximity

    1. The drink features a lemon-lime soda with a refreshing strawberry and kiwi flavor.But it'll only be available at Walmart in the coming days.

      Contains mainly information with facts about the new product as well as other successful Sprite products. Notable language and word choice used to describe the product.

    2. Sprite officially drops brand new flavor to compete with rival brands

      Human interest news value

    3. Kate Schaufelberger, brand director for Sprite at The Coca-Cola Company

      Bias/ and PR as it involves someone from the company.

    4. Kate Schaufelberger,

      Could have been useful to have consumers comment in this type of article, rather than a representative of the company.

    5. Sprite Chill managed to become the top selling innovation for Coca-Cola, which owns Sprite, according to Marketing Drive.The drink delivered $50 million un sales after only 21 weeks.In a 13-week span, it increased the number of Sprite purchases from regular Sprite buyers by 4.4%

      PR because all in the self- interest of the organization.

    6. limited edition

      Language to appeal to audience.

    7. fans are already anxiously awaiting the moment they can grab a can for themselves.

      Influenced by PR; bias; making assumptions about the fans to grab attention.

    8. SPRITE HAS SPRUNG Sprite officially drops brand new flavor to compete with rival brands – but you can only get it a

      Appealing language that makes the product seem very special and better than the others.