A lot of coverage from the media is technically true, but presented in a manner that is intended to push beliefs and opinions. This can be seen in how they are more willing to share stories that back their narrative than contrary stories.
An example of this can be found in stories presented as racial. If a white individual does wrong to a black individual, race is emphasized. If a black individual does wrong to a white individual, race is either downplayed or completely ignored. This makes it appear that all acts one way are acts of racism and racism in the opposite direction is non-existent. It's hard to understand the role that racism has on modern society if our primary information source is providing an unrealistic portrayal.
We can also talk about voter suppression and intimidation. The media is quick to report anything that could potentially deter liberals from voting. Voter ID laws, for example, make it more difficult for disadvantaged Americans to vote. The media always portrays such laws as designed for the sole purpose of harming minorities. They never provide the conservative side of the argument, which frequently involves concerns over the potential for voter fraud. Although evidence had yet to appear that voter fraud is substantial enough to warrant these laws, it's clear that the media has provided a deceptive portrayal.
When Hillary Clinton ran for president, she told her supporters to hold interventions if they knew anyone who was considering voting for Trump. This was essentially a way to beg for liberals to intimidate voters. The media didn't spend nearly as much time on this unethical act as they did with just about every questionable act coming from Trump. Can you imagine if Trump would have publicly demanded voter intimidation from his supporters? It would have been yet another unprecedented act that should automatically disqualify him from running.
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