Analysing bias and the construction of representation in The Times and Daily Mirror


  • Masthead shown as it is a front page article.
  • The front page has used two headlines on one article for a more dramatic effect by creating a pause then ending it with a rhetorical question.
  • The Main Image almost completely fills the whole page, this is a very common technique used on Tabloid newspapers.
  • The front cover indicates which articles are on which page.
  • The target audience is specifically aimed at people who have interest or concern for American politics.
  • A skyline is also used in the top right corner to advertise another story in their issue.
  • A stand first is also used to generally describe what the article explains.

The political views of the Daily Mirror is shameful against the Americans who voted Trump into power. Using the Statue of Liberty hiding it's faces gives the message that America should feel embarrassed for allowing this and takes away their position of independence and power.


The main image featured represents the Americans as hooligans, it portrays the message that they are out of their minds for voting for Donald Trump. The headline makes the situation in America relatable towards British readers by comparing it to a controversial topic that everyone knows about in Britain. The characters presented give the message that Trumps voters are less intelligent and irresponsible.


Wrap around newspaper to resemble how important and shocking the event is. 

Donald Trump's face is empathetic and generally gives a positive light on Trump being elected as president. The quote shown gives reassurance and yellow font is used to show achievement and happy emotions. The Title 'The New World' gives positivity and change for America however it isn't completely precise on the newspaper's view which seems deliberate in order to exaggerate everybody's shock. 
 

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