David Propper
David Propper is a reporter for the New York Post, covering breaking news in and around New York City since May 2022. He previously worked at The Journal News/lohud.com in Westchester, where he covered local government, politics, lawsuits, and crime. Before that, he was an editor for Examiner Media and covered events in Putnam County. David graduated from Syracuse University and is a proud New Rochelle, NY native. He has a Thomas Paine portrait hanging in his apartment to commemorate the
Biography:
https://nypost.com/author/david-propper/
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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
85%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to present selective reporting, emotional manipulation, and potentially misleading information in some of their articles.
Conflicts of Interest
88%
Examples:
- The author has not disclosed any potential conflicts of interest in their reporting, such as relationships with sources or the use of funds raised for a family through a GoFundMe campaign.
Contradictions
86%
Examples:
- There are instances of contradictory information in the articles provided, such as the number of Palestinians killed during an Israeli raid and details about a girl's amputations.
Deceptions
81%
Examples:
- The author uses language that can be considered dehumanizing and employs manipulative storytelling techniques in some of their articles.
Recent Articles
Nine People Wounded, Two Parents Hide Children During Shooting at Michigan Splash Pad
Broke On: Saturday, 15 June 2024At least nine people, including Micayla and Eric Coughlin who shielded their young children, were wounded in a shooting at the Brooklands Plaza Splash Pad in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The gunman, identified as Michael William Nash of Shelby Township, fled the scene and later died by suicide during a police standoff. Nash reportedly lived alone and kept to himself before committing the senseless act that left investigators searching for a motive. 
Israeli Forces Rescue Four Hostages from Hamas in Gaza with US Intelligence Support: A Complex Operation and Its Controversies
Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024Israeli forces, aided by US intelligence, rescued four hostages from Hamas in Gaza on June 14, 2024. The operation involved the use of drone footage, satellite imagery, communications intercepts, and data analysis to locate the hostages. Despite restrictions from the Biden administration against targeting 'regular' Hamas terrorists during the mission, Israeli forces came under fire and suffered casualties. The rescued hostages had been subjected to psychological abuse and malnutrition during their captivity. 
15-Year-Old Boy Survives Bear Attack in Arizona: Secure Food to Prevent Encounters
Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024A 15-year-old boy, Brigham Hawkins, was attacked by a bear in Alpine, Arizona while watching TV in his family cabin. His rare neurological disorder made it difficult for him to react quickly. His older brother Parker's intervention saved Brigham as the bear initially chased him instead. The 3-year-old male black bear was later killed by wildlife officers. This marks the 16th person attacked by a bear in Arizona since 1990, with two resulting in fatalities. 
Actor Johnny Wactor Shot and Killed During Catalytic Converter Theft in Los Angeles
Broke On: Friday, 26 May 2023Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, was fatally shot during an attempted catalytic converter theft in Los Angeles on May 26, 2024. Known for roles on General Hospital and Army Wives, Wactor confronted the suspects and was killed. No arrests have been made. 
New York-Dublin Livestream Portal Reopens with New Measures After Offensive Behavior
Broke On: Sunday, 19 May 2024The New York-Dublin livestream portal, linking the two cities since its launch earlier this month, reopened on Sunday after temporary closure due to offensive behavior. Visitors displayed inappropriate images and engaged in disruptive acts. In response, organizers implemented new measures such as live hours, guardrails, screens blurring obstructed cameras, on-site security for New York side and physical design features for Dublin's crowd management. 
17-Year-Old Girl Rescued from Human Trafficking in Ventura County after Sending Distress Texts in Spanish
Broke On: Thursday, 09 May 2024A 17-year-old girl was rescued from human trafficking in Ventura County, California, after she texted for help in Spanish. Deputies located and arrested the suspect within 20 minutes based on the messages translated by the Sheriff's Communication Center. The victim had been trafficked into California from Mexico two months prior to her rescue. 
University Protests Over Israel-Hamas Conflict: Arrests at UT Austin, USC and Indiana University, Free Speech vs Safety Debate
Broke On: Thursday, 25 April 2024Two US universities, University of Texas Austin and USC, faced disruptions due to Israel-Hamas conflict protests. At UT Austin, the Palestine Solidarity Committee was suspended and over 55 arrests were made. USC canceled its graduation ceremony due to anti-Israel protests and nearly 100 students were arrested. Governors of Texas and Indiana ordered state troopers to clear protesters, leading to more arrests. Colleges grapple with balancing free speech and safety during ongoing protests. 
No Charges Filed in Nex Benedict's Suicide Death at Owasso High School
Broke On: Thursday, 21 March 2024Tulsa County District Attorney Stephen A. Kunzweiler announced that no charges will be filed in the death of Nex Benedict, a nonbinary student who died by suicide after getting into a fight with several other students at Owasso High School on February 7th. The district attorney stated that from all evidence gathered, this fight was an instance of mutual combat and he does not have a reasonable belief that the State of Oklahoma could sustain its burden of proof beyond a reasonable doubt if charges were presented for prosecution. Kunzweiler also noted that both drugs used by Benedict were legally inside the home. 
Fighting for Life: Arizona Girl Diagnosed with Group A Streptococcus
Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024A young Arizona girl named Victoria Pasten-Morales was diagnosed with Group A Streptococcus, which has affected her lungs and kidneys. Despite this setback, the little girl remains strong and continues to fight for her life. The family has set up a GoFundMe page so both parents can be by Victoria's side as she battles against the bacteria taking over her body. 
De-extinction of Woolly Mammoths: A Breakthrough and Ethical Considerations
Broke On: Thursday, 07 March 2024Colossal Biosciences has announced a breakthrough in creating iPSCs from Asian elephants, which could be used to create embryonic stem cells with the genetic makeup of woolly mammoths. This is an important step towards bringing back this extinct species and potentially restoring balance to ecosystems that have been disrupted by their absence. However, researchers must approach de-extinction efforts with caution and consideration for ethical concerns.