Ruth Graham
Ruth Graham is a national reporter based in Dallas, covering religion, faith and values for The New York Times. She has been covering religion and faith for over a decade and has worked at The Times since 2020. Before that, she was a writer at Slate. Graham attended Wheaton College, an evangelical institution, and now lives in Dallas with her family. She adheres to the high standards of integrity outlined in The Times's Ethical Journalism handbook and ensures her coverage reflects the voices and complex perspectives of people of faith, reporting without fear or favor to tell stories that are fair and accurate.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/ruth-graham
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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
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- The author presents a biased view in favor of conservative Christian policies and beliefs, particularly those of Southern Baptists.
Conflicts of Interest
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- The author has a potential conflict of interest as she was raised in an evangelical institution, Wheaton College, and may have personal ties to the subjects she covers. Additionally, her coverage often reflects the perspectives of conservative Christians without providing balanced viewpoints.
Contradictions
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- In one article, the author reports that Southern Baptist delegates expressed alarm over IVF while in another article they rejected a tighter ban on women in pastoral positions. This contradicts the notion of a unified and consistent stance on women's roles within the church.
Deceptions
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- The author occasionally uses language that could be seen as endorsing the views and actions of those she covers, such as describing Mike Johnson's rise to power as a victory for conservative Christians. This can create a misleading impression for readers.
Recent Articles
Conservative Intellectuals Leave California: The Claremont Institute's Exodus to Dallas and Idaho
Broke On: Thursday, 04 July 2024Conservative intellectuals, including leaders from The Claremont Institute, are leaving California for more welcoming communities in Dallas-Fort Worth and Coeur d'Alene. Ryan Williams, Michael Anton, and others have relocated to build communities aligned with their values of larger families, fewer immigrants, classical architecture, and local leadership. 
Southern Baptist Convention Opposes In Vitro Fertilization Due to Embryo Destruction: A Shift in Stance for the Largest Protestant Denomination
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024The Southern Baptist Convention, with over 13 million members, passed a resolution opposing In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) due to embryo destruction concerns. Delegates affirmed embryos as human beings and urged only using reproductive technologies that respect life. The decision marks a shift for the denomination and follows Alabama's Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos and a US Senate bill on IVF rights. 
Southern Baptist Convention Rejects Amendment Limiting Women in Pastoral Roles, Elects New President
Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) rejected a proposal to limit pastoral roles to men at its annual meeting in Indianapolis, instead electing Charlotte pastor Clint Pressley as new president. The convention also opposed In Vitro Fertilization and addressed ongoing issues like sexual abuse cases and declining baptismal rates. 
Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting: Women in Ministry and Abuse Reforms on the Agenda
Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024The Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) annual meeting in Indianapolis addresses two major issues: a potential ban on churches with women pastors and ongoing discussions about abuse reform within the denomination. The convention is considering amending its constitution to exclude churches with women in pastoral roles, while also working on implementing reforms to prevent future sexual misconduct incidents exposed in a 2019 report. 
United Methodist Church Makes History: Repealing Ban on LGBTQ Clergy and Same-sex Marriages at the Charlotte General Conference
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024The United Methodist Church (UMC) made history during its General Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, by repealing longstanding bans on LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriages. In a landmark vote on May 1, 2024, delegates overwhelmingly eliminated restrictions from the Book of Discipline (692-51), paving the way for a more inclusive church policy towards LGBTQ individuals. The repeal was met with jubilation among members and advocates, who celebrated this significant shift in UMC's stance towards inclusivity. House Speaker Mike Johnson: Early Moves and Controversies
Broke On: Sunday, 05 November 2023House Speaker Mike Johnson insists on separating aid to Israel for its war against Hamas from support for Ukraine. Johnson's ascent is celebrated by conservative Christians due to his long history of work against abortion and gay rights. Johnson was once the dean of a Christian law school that never opened due to internal conflicts and accusations of financial impropriety. Johnson floated a 'laddered' plan to fund individual agencies and federal programs with separate rolling deadlines.