Who Owns Objektiiv? Ownership, Political Bias, and Editorial Standards
Objektiiv Overview and Political Bias
Objektiiv is described by critics as a socially conservative, right-wing platform that promotes traditionalist values. It has been accused of spreading polarizing rhetoric regarding LGBT rights and European integration. While supporters view it as a necessary alternative to mainstream media, others claim it occasionally echoes narratives aligned with populist movements.
| Standpoint | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Overall political leaning | Right |
| Estimated number of readers | 75,000 |
| Israel support | Neutral to Pro-Israel |
| Use of loaded / emotional language | High |
| Target Audience | Partisan / Activist |
Objektiiv History
Founded in October 2015 by the Foundation for the Protection of Family and Tradition (SAPTK), Objektiiv emerged as an Estonian media portal focused on defending the foundations of Western culture. It was established by activists Varro Vooglaid and Markus Järvi to challenge what they perceive as a liberal media consensus.
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Who owns Objektiiv?
Objektiiv is owned and operated by the Foundation for the Protection of Family and Tradition (SAPTK). Its funding primarily comes from private donations and grassroots fundraising campaigns. It positions itself as independent of state subsidies and corporate advertising to maintain its editorial stance on cultural and political issues.