David Kaplan

Reporter Hey everyone! I’m David Kaplan! I joined the Fox 5 DC News Team in September 2021. I am a native of Southwest Virginia, and still love getting home to the mountains and my parents in Roanoke. I was fortunate at a young age to know journalism was something I wanted to do. I went to Syracuse University, where I majored in Broadcast and Digital Journalism at the S.I. Newhouse School for Public Communications. I also majored in Political Science. After graduating, I moved back to Roanoke and started my career at the TV station I grew up watching, WDBJ7. Then, I went to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where I worked at the ABC affiliate for six years. Now, I’m so happy to be in Washington! In my career, I’ve covered the disappearance of UVA student Hannah Graham, the Tree of Life synagogue shooting in Pittsburgh and the 2020 presidential election from my perch in Western Pennsylvania. I love this job so much. I love getting to meet people, tell their stories, share their perspective, hold the powerful to account and get answers for people who crave them. It’s an obligation and a privilege to do this: Viewers deserve an accurate accounting of what happened in their community, information to keep them safe; that’s the obligation. As for the privilege, I don't take anyone's willingness to share their story with me for granted, and value when people make a conscious decision to let us into their homes or on their newsfeeds. Your time is valuable; I appreciate you giving it to Fox 5 when you do. In my free time, I love to run, cook, play golf, and spend time with my family and friends. I love sports, too! I spend a lot of time watching the PGA Tour and NFL. When consuming news, I always ask people to ‘Consider the source, consider the context, if it seems too good to be true, double check it, if you disagree with it, that doesn't make it wrong.’ I strive every day to be a trustworthy source who puts stories in context and works incredibly hard to deliver the full picture in every story. If you have any story ideas, please feel free to email me at David.Kaplan@fox.com. The latest from David Kaplan The Virginia Department of Health is out with an alert for people who may have been exposed to the measles. 1 day ago Ward 2 D.C. Councilmember Brooke Pinto introduced public safety legislation on Wednesday that she says will fill several gaps and make you safer. 4 days ago --------------------- January 8 It was an alarm that blared at the former Iranian embassy since last Friday night. January 2 coverage of major events in D.C., Maryland and Virginia, with a focus on public safety and community issues.

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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 article also uses emotional language to sensationalize the issue, such as calling measles a
  • The article presents a biased view of the measles outbreak by implying that it is caused by vaccine hesitancy and children not completing their immunization schedules. This ignores other possible factors such as international travelers or unvaccinated individuals who have been in contact with someone infected.

Conflicts of Interest

50%

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  • The article also cites an expert who works at Johns Hopkins University, which is known for its research on infectious diseases and public health. However, the author does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest that this expert might have, such as financial ties to pharmaceutical companies or vaccine manufacturers.
  • The article also relies on emotional language and sensationalism to attract viewers, which could be seen as a form of conflict of interest as it prioritizes ratings over accuracy and fairness.
  • The article does not appear to have any clear conflicts of interest, as it does not mention any sponsors or advertisers that might influence its content. However, the author is a reporter for Fox 5 DC, which is known to have a conservative bias and often covers topics from a political perspective.

Contradictions

85%

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  • The article also contains factual errors, such as claiming that kids are getting off their childhood immunization schedules during the pandemic, when in reality many children have received catch-up vaccinations or continued with their regular schedule. This shows a lack of accuracy and reliability in reporting on this topic.
  • The article also fails to mention that measles was declared eradicated in the United States in 2000, which is an important piece of information for understanding the significance and urgency of this situation.
  • The article also implies that measles is always preventable through vaccination, which is not entirely true as there are rare cases of people who cannot receive the vaccine due to allergies or medical conditions.
  • The article contradicts itself by stating that measles is always a public health concern and very contagious, but then suggesting that people can enter an airspace two hours after an infected person left without being at risk. This shows inconsistency in the understanding of how measles spreads.
  • The article does not provide any context for why the health department issued a warning, such as when and where it occurred, how many potential exposures were identified, or what symptoms to look out for. This shows a lack of depth and detail in reporting on this issue.

Deceptions

50%

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  • Fifthly, the article cites an expert from Johns Hopkins University without disclosing any potential conflicts of interest that he might have. This shows a lack of transparency and accountability in sourcing information.
  • Fourthly, the article implies that measles is always preventable through vaccination, which is not entirely true as there are rare cases of people who cannot receive the vaccine due to allergies or medical conditions. This shows a lack of balance and fairness in presenting both sides of the issue.
  • Secondly, the article contains factual errors and contradictions that undermine its credibility and reliability. This shows a lack of due diligence and professionalism in reporting on this topic.
  • The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it uses emotional language and sensationalism to create fear and panic among the readers, which could lead them to make irrational decisions or judgments based on incomplete or misleading information.
  • Thirdly, the article does not provide any context or background for why the health department issued a warning, which makes it difficult for readers to understand the significance and urgency of this situation.

Recent Articles

Measles Exposure Warning at Dulles and Reagan National Airports in Virginia

Measles Exposure Warning at Dulles and Reagan National Airports in Virginia

Broke On: Monday, 15 January 2024 On January 14, the Virginia Department of Health issued a warning about possible measles exposure at Dulles International Airport and Reagan National Airport. A person with measles had passed through both airports between January 3 and 4 after returning from international travel. Measles is considered one of the most dangerous preventable diseases that spreads easily through shared airspace when an infected individual breathes, coughs or sneezes. The department advised anyone who may have been in either airport at those times to monitor themselves for symptoms until January 25.