Sarah Fortinsky

Sarah Fortinsky is a journalist who covers politics and policy for The Hill. She has written extensively about elections, campaign strategies, and the impact of political decisions on everyday people. Her work often highlights contradictions, conflicts of interest, and deceptive practices in politics. Fortinsky's reporting demonstrates a deep understanding of the complexities of modern political landscapes and a commitment to uncovering the truth behind political narratives.

Biography:  https://thehill.com/author/sarah-fortinsky/

78%

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

87%

Examples:

  • The author appears to have a slight bias towards highlighting contradictions and conflicts of interest in the articles provided. This is evident in the detailed descriptions of specific incidents and quotes from sources.
  • There is also a slight emphasis on deceptive practices, particularly in relation to political figures and parties.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • However, the overall focus on conflicts of interest seems to be slightly less than the other categories.
  • There are instances where Sarah Fortinsky has reported on conflicts of interest involving political figures and organizations.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In another article, Fortinsky points out contradictions in the timeline and actions of a political candidate.
  • Sarah Fortinsky has highlighted contradictions in various articles, such as the case of Rep. Jasmine Crockett describing Biden as '50,000 times better than Trump' despite her defense of Biden against Democratic critics.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • However, the overall focus on deception seems to be less than the other categories.
  • Sarah Fortinsky has highlighted instances of deceptive practices in her articles, such as a political candidate's use of misleading language and tactics.

Recent Articles

Democratic Party in Turmoil: Concerns over Biden's Debate Performance and Future in the Race

Democratic Party in Turmoil: Concerns over Biden's Debate Performance and Future in the Race

Broke On: Sunday, 30 June 2024 Democratic concerns over President Joe Biden's debate performance at the June 2024 primary debate led to discussions about his future in the race. Some Democrats suggested replacing him as the nominee, while others defended him amidst media speculation. Biden struggled with his voice and lost train of thought during the debate, which raised concerns about his mental and cognitive abilities. A poll showed that a majority of registered voters did not think he should run for president again. Some argued that preparation overload may have contributed to his poor performance.
Novo Nordisk's $4.1 Billion Investment: Building a New Facility in North Carolina, Creating 1,000 Jobs

Novo Nordisk's $4.1 Billion Investment: Building a New Facility in North Carolina, Creating 1,000 Jobs

Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024 Danish pharmaceutical company Novo Nordisk is investing $4.1 billion to build a new manufacturing facility in Clayton, North Carolina, creating 1,000 jobs and marking the largest single life science investment in NC history. The facility will expand production of weight-loss drug Wegovy and diabetes treatment Ozempic due to high demand.
First Human Case of H5N2 Bird Flu Reported: A Man from Mexico Dies After Contracting the Virus

First Human Case of H5N2 Bird Flu Reported: A Man from Mexico Dies After Contracting the Virus

Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024 A man in Mexico died from the first known human case of H5N2 bird flu, a strain never before reported in humans. His symptoms included fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, and nausea. The WHO confirmed the death on April 24, 2024, after he was hospitalized in Mexico City due to underlying medical conditions. No evidence of person-to-person transmission exists and the risk to the general population is low. Scientists closely monitor H5N2 as bird flu strains can easily adapt to infect mammals.
Introducing Peanut Butter in Infancy: A Key Step in Preventing Peanut Allergies

Introducing Peanut Butter in Infancy: A Key Step in Preventing Peanut Allergies

Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 Introducing peanut butter in infancy significantly reduces the risk of developing a peanut allergy later on. Recent studies, including the LEAP and NEJM Evidence research, prove that early exposure to peanuts from infancy to age 5 lowers the risk by up to 71%.
New Polls Show Former President Trump Leading President Biden in Five Key Battleground States

New Polls Show Former President Trump Leading President Biden in Five Key Battleground States

Broke On: Monday, 13 May 2024 Former President Trump leads President Biden in five battleground states, including Pennsylvania, Arizona, Michigan, Georgia and Nevada, according to recent polls by The New York Times/Siena College and The Philadelphia Inquirer. The polls indicate that Trump's gains are mainly among young, Black and Hispanic voters. Democratic candidates lead in all four Senate races surveyed in these states.
Two Miss USA Titleholders Resign Amidst Alleged Workplace Conditions and Personal Misalignment

Two Miss USA Titleholders Resign Amidst Alleged Workplace Conditions and Personal Misalignment

Broke On: Wednesday, 08 May 2024 In May 2024, Miss Teen USA UmaSofia Srivastava and Miss USA Noelia Voigt unexpectedly resigned from their titles due to personal reasons and misalignment with the organization. Both women reportedly faced contractual obligations to maintain a positive public image but found unacceptable workplace conditions, prioritizing their mental health and values over their titles. Srivastava, crowned in 2023 at age 16, expressed gratitude for her experience and continued advocacy work. Voigt provided no further details about her reasons for leaving.
Governor Noem and Romney: Controversial Past Actions Involving Dogs

Governor Noem and Romney: Controversial Past Actions Involving Dogs

Broke On: Monday, 06 May 2024 South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and former presidential candidate Mitt Romney face scrutiny over past incidents involving dogs: Noem shot her pointer, Cricket, after it attacked chickens; Romney was criticized for abandoning a family dog during a move.
Republican Primary Runoff in North Carolina's 13th District: Kelly Daughtry Endorses Brad Knott, Encourages Supporters to Vote

Republican Primary Runoff in North Carolina's 13th District: Kelly Daughtry Endorses Brad Knott, Encourages Supporters to Vote

Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 Republican Kelly Daughtry suspended her campaign and endorsed Brad Knott in North Carolina's 13th Congressional District runoff, following Trump's endorsement. Daughtry's name remains on the ballot, with early voting underway and absentee ballots already cast. The winner will face Democrat Frank Pierce in the fall.
House of Representatives Faces Chaos as Several Members Plan to Retire Early, Possibility of Republicans Losing Control in 118th Congress

House of Representatives Faces Chaos as Several Members Plan to Retire Early, Possibility of Republicans Losing Control in 118th Congress

Broke On: Tuesday, 26 March 2024 The House of Representatives is facing chaos with several members planning to retire early, leading to a possibility that the Republicans may lose control in the 118th Congress. The Speaker race was contentious and saw Kevin McCarthy being elected first before Mike Johnson took over later. Marjorie Taylor Greene is now pushing for a new speaker after the latest spending bill passed despite her objections.
One-Punch Killing: Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny's Death Ruled a Classic KGB Tactic, Activist Says

One-Punch Killing: Russian Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny's Death Ruled a Classic KGB Tactic, Activist Says

Broke On: Monday, 19 February 2024 Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny may have been killed with a single punch to the heart, an old KGB tactic. His mother has filed a lawsuit demanding his body be released but its outcome is uncertain.