Setting the Record Straight: Vice President Harris's 'White Dudes for Harris' Fundraising Call

Washington D.C., District of Columbia United States of America
Event was organized by Democratic organizers independent of the Harris campaign
Harris campaign raised over $200 million in one week with 66% from first-time donors
Joe Burrow did not attend the call as rumored on social media
Legitimate 'White Dudes for Harris' fundraising call raised over $4 million
Notable attendees included Jeff Bridges, Rory O'Malley, Tim Walz, JB Pritzker, Roy Cooper, and Pete Buttigieg
Vice President Harris participated in a fundraising call with 'White Dudes for Harris'
Setting the Record Straight: Vice President Harris's 'White Dudes for Harris' Fundraising Call

In recent news, there have been conflicting reports regarding Vice President Kamala Harris' involvement in a fundraising call with a group called 'White Dudes for Harris'. Let's set the record straight.

Firstly, Joe Burrow, the quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals, did not attend any such call as rumored on social media. This was confirmed by Burrow himself during his first day of training camp.

On the other hand, a legitimate 'White Dudes for Harris' fundraising call did take place and raised over $4 million for Vice President Harris' campaign. Notable attendees included actors Jeff Bridges and Rory O'Malley, as well as governors Tim Walz of Minnesota, JB Pritzker of Illinois, Roy Cooper of North Carolina, and Pete Buttigieg.

During the call, speakers discussed their support for Harris as the first female president and addressed issues related to masculinity and emotional openness. The event was organized by a group of white men who wanted to show solidarity with Black women who have supported them in the past.

It's important to note that this event was not affiliated with the Harris campaign, but rather an independent effort by Democratic organizers.

The recent surge in Democratic enthusiasm for Harris is evident from her campaign's impressive fundraising numbers. In just one week, her campaign raised over $200 million with 66% coming from first-time donors.


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Confidence

90%

Doubts
  • Was any other notable figure besides those mentioned present at the call?
  • Were all attendees of the 'White Dudes for Harris' fundraising call actually white?

Sources

99%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

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Joe Burrow did not attend 'White Dudes for Harris' call despite social media rumors

WLWT News Channel 9 Fletcher Keel Tuesday, 30 July 2024 14:57
  • Unique Points
    • Joe Burrow did not attend 'White Dudes for Harris' call
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

97%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

‘White Dudes’ for Kamala Harris: The Unlikely Rallying Call

The Name Of The NZ Prefix. I PWA NZI.P.Was Dropped. Rebecca Davis Tuesday, 30 July 2024 03:38
  • Unique Points
    • Gov. Tim Walz and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg appeared on a 'White Dudes for Harris' call with other supporters of Vice President Kamala Harris
    • The call reached over 200,000 attendees
    • Two potential running mates for Harris, Gov. Tim Walz and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, spoke at the event along with other notable figures such as Josh Groban, Lance Bass, Mark Hamill, Gov. Roy Cooper of North Carolina and Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois
    • The call was organized by Democratic organizers and not affiliated with the Harris campaign
    • There has been a rush of Democratic enthusiasm behind Harris since President Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed her
  • Accuracy
    • ]The call reached over 200,000 attendees[
    • White Dudes for Harris raised over $4 million for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign during their kickoff call.
    • Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker were among the speakers at the event along with Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

88%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

White Dudes for Harris raises $4 million: 'The vibes right now are incredible'

USA Today Kinsey Crowley Tuesday, 30 July 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • White Dudes for Harris raised over $4 million for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign during their kickoff call.
    • Organizers started planning the event under a week prior with an initial goal of 10,000 RSVPs and $500,00 raised.
    • The Harris campaign raised over $200 million in a week with 66% coming from first-time donors.
  • Accuracy
    • The virtual event had over 190,000 attendees and featured speakers including celebrities and prominent Democrats.
    • Organizers started planning the event under a week prior with an initial goal of 10,000 RSVPs and $500,0 raised.
    • Another identity-based organizing call ‘White Women: Answer the Call’ raised over $8 million within 24 hours.
  • Deception (50%)
    The article contains emotional manipulation and selective reporting. It highlights the fundraising success of White Dudes for Harris without mentioning potential negative aspects or counterarguments. The author quotes speakers from the event, but does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest or biases they may have.
    • The Harris campaign said Sunday it raised $200 million, 66% of which came from first-time donors.
    • A lot of people feel and felt uncomfortable about the call...that’s gonna stop tonight.
    • Organizing group White Dudes for Harris raised more than $4 million for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign in their kickoff call Monday night. The virtual event saw more than 190,000 attendees, with speakers including celebrities and prominent Democrats.
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

99%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

Jeff Bridges makes surprise appearance on ‘White Dudes for Harris’ call

CNN News Site: In-Depth Reporting and Analysis with Some Financial Conflicts and Sensational Language Daniel Lewis Tuesday, 30 July 2024 11:59
  • Unique Points
    • Actor Jeff Bridges made a surprise appearance on a fundraising call for Vice President Kamala Harris
    • White Dudes for Harris raised over $4 million dollars for Harris’ campaign
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Bias (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Author Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication

92%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermine the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
(Site Conflicts Of Interest + Author Conflicts Of Interest) / 2.0 * 0.2 + ArticleBiasScore * 0.20 + UniquePointsScore * 0.05 + DeceptionScore * 0.20 + ReadabilityScore * 0.05 + FallacyScore * 0.20

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

'White dudes' rally to elect Kamala Harris as the first female president

NBC News Digital Tuesday, 30 July 2024 17:05
  • Unique Points
    • White Dudes for Harris, a new group of white men, held a Zoom call to support Vice President Kamala Harris as the first female president.
    • Actor Jeff Bridges participated in the call and expressed excitement about having a woman president.
    • Broadway actor Rory O’Malley spoke about the importance of white men showing up for Black women who have supported them in the past.
    • The men discussed their conflicted feelings about masculinity and emotional openness, as well as their alienation from other white men who support Trump.
  • Accuracy
    No Contradictions at Time Of Publication
  • Deception (100%)
    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (85%)
    The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy in the form of quotes from various white men expressing their support for Kamala Harris. This does not necessarily mean that their endorsement is valid or that it proves anything about the merits of Harris as a candidate.
    • “Make that bastard wake up afterwards and know that a Black woman kicked his a-- and sent him on the road” - Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz
    • “What a variety of whiteness we have here” - actor Bradley Whitford
  • Bias (80%)
    The article uses the term 'white dudes' repeatedly to describe a group of men supporting Vice President Kamala Harris. While it may be seen as a light-hearted or humorous term, it could be perceived as demeaning and disrespectful towards white men. The author also makes references to Trump's supporters being 'MAGA Republicans,' which can be considered biased language.
    • MAGA Republicans
      • plenty of white dudes from the world of Democratic politics
        • They think they get us, but they don’t.
          • white dudes Harris
          • Site Conflicts Of Interest (100%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication
          • Author Conflicts Of Interest (0%)
            None Found At Time Of Publication