Whether the BBC is left or right biased is a sterile discussion.
As has already been said, it depends where you start from; in the same way, one definition of an alcoholic is somebody who drinks more than his doctor.
The Reithian statement of its purpose, to inform, educate, entertain, and the fact of it being an essentially free public service broadcaster, means it was intended by definition to be egalitarian in outlook. Simply being 'fair' would be enough for many to label it left-wing. 'Educate' brings opinion into the mix which guarantees complaints.
I have no problem with the BBC on this one. At least facts are generally facts and I can put my own spin on them.
Truth should be valued above all. Thinking should be taught. Some people aren't qualified to have opinions.
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