Headline Framing Grid
Compare verbs, labels, omitted facts and source evidence across headlines.
What this tool is for
How to use it
The framing grid compares how multiple headlines describe the same underlying event. Start with one neutral event sentence, then record the verbs, labels, emphasized facts, omissions and evidence links used by each outlet.
What it does not prove
The grid is not a left-right scorecard. Different headlines may reflect legitimate editorial priorities, local relevance or new reporting. The useful question is whether a framing choice adds context, removes material context or implies a factual conclusion the article does not support.
When to escalate
Use the grid when several headlines create sharply different impressions of one event. It is especially effective for speeches, court rulings, budget announcements and protests where word choice can change perceived cause, agency or consequence.