Michael Barbaro,

Michael Barbaro is a journalist and reporter for The New York Times. He has covered a wide range of topics including politics, technology, and social issues. His work often focuses on the impact of these subjects on everyday people and communities. Barbaro has been with The New York Times since 2018 and has previously worked at other major news outlets.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/michael-barbaro

81%

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

90%

Examples:

  • The author has a tendency to present information in a balanced manner.
  • There are instances where the author uses strong language to portray certain groups in a negative light, such as the National Association of Realtors.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has a history of reporting on topics related to real estate, including the National Association of Realtors. There is potential for conflicts of interest in this reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Oregon voters decriminalized the possession of small amounts of hard drugs including fentanyl, heroin and methamphetamine. The state is now reinstate criminal penalties for use and possession of drugs.
  • The federal government has treated marijuana as one of the more dangerous drugs for half a century. The article states that marijuana will be moved from its current classification as a Schedule I drug alongside heroin and LSD, to Schedule III.

Deceptions

80%

Examples:

  • The article

Recent Articles

DEA Announces Plans to Reclassify Marijuana as Less Dangerous Drug: A Historic Shift in American Drug Policy

DEA Announces Plans to Reclassify Marijuana as Less Dangerous Drug: A Historic Shift in American Drug Policy

Broke On: Thursday, 02 May 2024 The DEA announced plans to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule I to Schedule III, following years of advocacy and President Biden's call for a review of federal marijuana law. This shift marks a significant step towards ending federal prohibition and recognizing marijuana's medical uses. Despite this development, recreational use will not be fully legalized at the federal level.
The NAR Settlement Opens Up New Opportunities for Technology in Real Estate Industry

The NAR Settlement Opens Up New Opportunities for Technology in Real Estate Industry

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 The NAR settlement could disrupt the real estate industry by enabling consumers to pay their agents directly, rather than through a commission split with sellers. This would create new opportunities for technology to transform the role of real estate agents in closing purchases.
Oregon Reinstates Criminal Penalties for Drug Possession, Overwhelming Support from Democrats and Republicans in the Legislative Session.

Oregon Reinstates Criminal Penalties for Drug Possession, Overwhelming Support from Democrats and Republicans in the Legislative Session.

Broke On: Tuesday, 12 March 2024 Oregon has reversed course and reinstated criminal penalties for drug possession, making it the first state in the country to do so. Governor Tina Kotek announced that House Bill 4002 would make possessing small amounts of hard drugs such as cocaine and fentanyl a criminal offense once again. The bill received overwhelming support from Democrats and Republicans in the legislative session.

Nikki Haley's Rise in the GOP Presidential Nomination Race

Broke On: Tuesday, 05 December 2023 Nikki Haley has secured 15% of the vote in the Republican primary race, placing her in second place behind Donald Trump. Haley is the only woman in the GOP race, and she emphasizes her femininity alongside her political and diplomatic experience. Haley's campaign is receiving support from influential donors, including Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan Chase and Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn.