Spin Watch

Spin Watch (8/10/25)

Rabbi Shmuel Gelbstein, a well-known Chabad figure, tragically passes away following cardiac arrest. In this article, the use of the term “tragically” conveys a narrative framing that personalizes and dramatizes … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/10/25)

Rabbi Shmuel Gelbstein, a well-known Chabad figure, tragically passes away following cardiac arrest. This article is straightforward in its presentation, but the use of “tragically” subtly implies that Rabbi Shmuel … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/9/25)

SJP chapter at Adelphi University suspended over antisemitism The article uses the term “antisemitism” to frame the suspension of the Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) chapter at Adelphi University … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/8/25)

A Chicago man arrested for the fatal shooting of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, D.C., could face the death penalty if convicted of murder and hate crime charges, officials … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/7/25)

He then delivered a direct threat to the regime in Tehran, warning of consequences if they were to restart their nuclear program The article frames the US’s threat to Iran … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/6/25)

Palestinian Authority cabinet leader Mohammad Mustafa accuses Israel of economic warfare, urges release of withheld PA funds. In the first paragraph, the headlines frames the story by portraying Mohammad Mustafa, … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/5/25)

Four days. That’s all the time left before Tu B’Av on August 9th – the last optimal window to plant memorial trees and vineyards in Israel this year. The article … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/4/25)

“The images leave no room for doubt,” he said. “It’s shocking and reminiscent of dark scenes from the past. He looks like a brand plucked from the fire.” In this … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/3/25)

“Exactly one year ago, on the night of Tisha B’Av, I was sitting in a Hamas tunnel, and I chose to fast,” Berger began. This article’s narrative frames a personal … Read Article

Spin Watch (8/2/25)

University of Michigan files complaints against 11 students involved in anti-Israel protests The title implies that the students are on the wrong side of the law with the word ‘complaints’. … Read Article