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Fox News Effect

the tendency to falsely assume that an information source which matches your own biases is fair and balanced.
Person 1: I'm a flaming republican and I think Fox News is the most reliable and balanced news network on TV.

Person 2: classic Fox News Effect.
by Punnedit February 6, 2012
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