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Washington, D.C. Opinion columnist focusing on the intersection of social and cultural issues and politics Education: Carleton College, BA in Political Science. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart has been a member of The Washington Post editorial board since 2007. He writes about politics and social issues, hosts the podcast “Capehart” (formerly named “Cape Up”) and anchors the weekly Washington Post Live show “First Look,” which is also streamed on “The Choice MSNBC” on Comcast’s Peacock streaming service. Capehart is also an MSNBC contributor and the anchor of “The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart.” His MSNBC special “A Promised Land: A Conversation with Barack Obama” was nominated in 2021 for an Emmy for Outstanding News Discussion & Analysis. At PBS, Capehart serves as a commentator on “The PBS NewsHour” and is featured on the popular Friday segment
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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
83%
Examples:
- The author also shows a preference for Nikki Haley's views over those of Donald Trump, which may indicate a liberal leaning.
- The author has a tendency to portray one side as extreme or unreasonable. This can be seen in the article where the author uses language that degrades Trump and his supporters.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- In another instance, they portray Trump as a reckless leader who does not consider the long term consequences of his actions.
- There are instances where the author may have a conflict of interest. In one instance, they state that Lloyd Austin's hospital silence is concerning and implies that he may not be as central to national security decision-making as his counterparts.
Contradictions
82%
Examples:
- In another instance, they state that Mr. Biden's tax proposal lifts the corporate rate to 28% from 21%, without mentioning any additional increases such as hiking the corporate stock buyback tax.
- The author also contradicts themselves when they state that President Biden has been advocating for progressive policies since his time as Vice President, but fails to mention any specific examples or details of these policies.
- There are instances where the author contradicts themselves within the same article. For example, in one instance they state that President Biden's tax proposal lifts the corporate rate to 28% from 21%, among other increases such as hiking the corporate stock buyback tax.
Deceptions
75%
Examples:
- In another instance, they state that Nikki Haley belatedly criticized Mr. Trump for cozying up with dictators like Putin, Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un., but fail to mention that Mr. Trump was accused of bringing shame upon the country at Helsinki, when he refused to condemn Russia for interfering in the 2016 election; after Charlottesville, when he said 'there were very fine people on both sides' of violent clashes around a racist march; and on Jan. 6, 2021, when he encouraged Capitol invaders in his quest to overturn the results of the 2020 election.
- The author also uses language that degrades Trump and his supporters, which may lead readers to form a negative opinion about them without considering the other side of the story.
- The author uses deceptive practices in several instances. In one instance, they state that Mr. Biden's tax proposal lifts the corporate rate to 28% from 21%, without mentioning any additional increases such as hiking the corporate stock buyback tax.
Recent Articles
Russia's Advancements in Ukraine: Control of Key Territories and Preparation for a Long Conflict
Broke On: Saturday, 18 May 2024Russia, led by Putin, has made territorial gains in Ukraine through illegal annexation and installing separatist leaders. The conflict's focus is on weakening Ukrainian ties with NATO, stymieing nationalism, and expanding territory. A new front has opened near Kharkiv as Russia faces robust Ukrainian defenses but struggles to coordinate forces effectively. 
Georgia's Controversial 'Foreign Agents' Bill: Protests, Condemnation, and the Future of Euro-Atlantic Integration
Broke On: Wednesday, 01 May 2024Georgia's parliament advances a contentious legislation condemned by the US, which critics claim aims to silence critical voices and destroy civil society. The law, dubbed the 'Russian law' by protesters, has led to swelling demonstrations across Georgia and strained its relationship with the US. The EU emphasizes respect for peaceful assembly rights while opposition parties and civil society organizations criticize the bill as authoritarian and Russian-inspired. 
Supreme Court to Decide on Constitutionality of Grants Pass's Homeless Ordinances: Implications for Cities and Housing Solutions
Broke On: Friday, 19 April 2024The Supreme Court will hear a case on the constitutionality of ordinances in Grants Pass, Oregon that prohibit homeless individuals from using blankets, pillows, or cardboard boxes for protection while sleeping within city limits. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has previously ruled such laws as illegal due to violating the Eighth Amendment's ban on cruel and unusual punishment when no shelters are available. The outcome could have far-reaching implications for cities across the country dealing with homelessness, potentially leading to more arrests and fines instead of focusing on housing solutions. 
Supreme Court to Hear Oral Arguments on Abortion Pill Mifepristone Access and FDA Regulatory Authority
Broke On: Saturday, 23 March 2024The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on a case that could impact access to the abortion pill mifepristone and FDA regulatory authority. With 63% of all U.S abortions being mifepristone-based, this decision has far-reaching implications for reproductive rights. 
President Biden Proposes Tax Hikes to Cut Deficit and Expand Social Safety Net Programs
Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024President Biden's 2025 federal budget proposes tax hikes on corporations and wealthy individuals to cut deficit by $3 trillion over next decade. It also includes plans to expand social safety net programs such as child care, health care and housing. 
Unholy Alliances: Trump and Haley Warn of Different Threats in New Hampshire
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Nikki Haley and Donald Trump warn of different unholy alliances in their closing pitches to New Hampshire voters ahead of Tuesday's primary. Haley decries an alliance among Russia, China, and Iran aimed at undermining democracy and human freedom while Trump condemns an alliance aimed at denying him another term in the White House. 
U.S.-led Airstrikes in Yemen: New Level of American Involvement in Middle East Upheaval?
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024The US-led airstrikes against targets in Houthi-controlled parts of Yemen represent a new level of American involvement in the Middle East upheaval that began Oct. 7, according to some regional analysts who are already warning that the action plays into the Houthis' hands and risks igniting a wider Middle East conflagration without much chance of having their intended effect: to deter further Houthi attacks on international shipping. 
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's Health Concerns Raise Questions About Transparency and Accountability in the Biden Administration
Broke On: Saturday, 13 January 2024Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who concealed his condition from President Biden and White House officials for three days before being hospitalized with complications from an elective procedure on Dec. 22 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center's intensive care unit on New Year's Day.