Ed Mazza

Ed Mazza is a journalist who currently writes for HuffPost. He covers a wide range of topics, including politics, entertainment, and current events. His writing style is clear and concise, making his articles easy to read. However, he has been noted for showing certain biases in his reporting and for using sensationalized titles for his articles.

Biography:  https://www.huffpost.com/author/ed-mazza

84%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

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

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

75%

Examples:

  • In the article about Nate Bargatze's Saturday Night Live monologue, the author shows a slight bias towards Nate Bargatze, praising his performance more than others.
  • The author tends to favor certain perspectives in his articles, such as Liz Cheney's perspective in the article about Kevin McCarthy's visit to Mar-A-Lago and Joe Scarborough's views in the article about GOP's gun violence stance.

Conflicts of Interest

92%

Examples:

  • In the article about GOP's gun violence stance, the author, Joe Scarborough, is a former Republican congressman and current television host on MSNBC, a network known for its liberal leanings. His political affiliations could potentially influence his reporting.

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The author tends to use sensationalized titles for his articles, such as 'Trump’s Not Eating’: Kevin McCarthy’s Bonkers Explanation For His 2021 Mar-A-Lago Visit' and 'Joe Scarborough Delivers Blistering Takedown Of GOP’s Gun Violence Stance'. These titles may not fully represent the content of the articles and could be considered clickbait.

Recent Articles

New Research Questions Safety of Raw Milk: Two Articles Warn of Potential Health Risks

New Research Questions Safety of Raw Milk: Two Articles Warn of Potential Health Risks

Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024 Two new articles have raised concerns about the health risks of consuming raw milk, despite its perceived natural appeal. HuffPost reported on a merchandise error from Turning Point USA, but the discussion on raw milk's safety is gaining attention.
Former President Trump's Criminal Conviction: Impact on Voting and Election

Former President Trump's Criminal Conviction: Impact on Voting and Election

Broke On: Friday, 31 May 2024 Former President Donald Trump became the first US president to be convicted of a crime in May 2024, found guilty of falsifying business records related to hush money payments. Despite this, he may still be able to vote and campaign in key swing states due to Florida and New York's voting laws. The conviction could sway voter support from younger voters and college-educated suburban voters, while Trump's base remains unwavering. Sentencing on July 11 could include prison time and fines, but the political impact is uncertain. Trump faces additional legal troubles with ongoing investigations.
Biden Campaign Surprises with Press Conference Outside Trump's Hush Money Trial: De Niro, Dunn, and Fanone Speak Out

Biden Campaign Surprises with Press Conference Outside Trump's Hush Money Trial: De Niro, Dunn, and Fanone Speak Out

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 May 2024 During Trump's hush money trial on May 28, 2024, the Biden campaign held a surprise press conference outside the Manhattan Criminal Courthouse. Surrogates Robert De Niro, Harry Dunn, and Michael Fanone spoke out against Trump's potential danger to democracy and condemned his role in inciting violence on January 6, 2021. In response, Trump attacked De Niro on his Truth Social website.
Former President Donald Trump Secures Double-Digit Victory in New Hampshire Primary, But Loses Support Among Centrists

Former President Donald Trump Secures Double-Digit Victory in New Hampshire Primary, But Loses Support Among Centrists

Broke On: Thursday, 25 January 2024 Former President Donald Trump won the New Hampshire primary with 54.55% of the vote, while Nikki Haley received 43.2%. However, thirty-five percent of Republicans in the state are not going to vote for him.

McCarthy's Mar-a-Lago Visit Post-Capitol Attack Detailed in Cheney's Book

Broke On: Wednesday, 29 November 2023 McCarthy visited Trump at Mar-a-Lago three weeks after the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack due to concerns over Trump's well-being. McCarthy initially held Trump responsible for the Capitol attack but later retracted his statement. Cheney's book 'Oath and Honor' criticizes the Republican Party and Trump, describing him as 'the most dangerous man ever to inhabit the Oval Office'. Cheney pledges to prevent Trump's return to the White House, even if it means leaving the GOP.

Comedian Nate Bargatze Hosts SNL Season 49 Episode 3

Broke On: Sunday, 15 October 2023 The third episode of the 49th season of Saturday Night Live featured comedian Nate Bargatze as the host. The episode included appearances from Pete Davidson and Jerry Seinfeld.

White House Announces New Strategy to Combat Gun Violence

Broke On: Friday, 27 October 2023 The White House announced a new strategy to combat gun violence on October 27, 2023. The strategy, led by House Speaker Johnson, focuses on addressing the root causes of gun violence, including mental health issues, poverty, and education. The strategy includes measures to strengthen background checks for gun purchases and to crack down on illegal gun sales.