Use the databases and links below to locate an opinion or editorial article. You can search by "Document Type" in International Newsstream and Newspaper Source Plus. "Letters to the Editor" are not considered editorials or opinion articles.
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The editorial boards of the following newspapers usually reflect either liberal or conservative views, but note that all of the following newspapers may include syndicated opinion writers of both persuasions.
Conservative/Right Leaning Editorials:
Wall Street Journal, Washington Times, New York Post
Centrist Editorials: Christian Science Monitor
Liberal/Left Leaning Editorials: New York Times, Washington Post
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To help identify a particular perspective and/or political leaning of a news source, these websites can get you started:
BUT don't only rely on a list or chart - as they have limitations:
It's important to learn how to evaluate information sources. Here is a research guide that can help: