Harrison Smith

Harrison Smith is a reporter on The Washington Post's obituaries desk, covering significant figures from various fields who have recently passed away. He has worked at the publication since 2015 and previously contributed to Washingtonian, Chicago magazines, and the South Side Weekly newspaper. Before moving to Washington D.C., he co-founded the South Side Weekly in Chicago. Smith's work often focuses on individuals who have made a notable impact on their respective fields or communities.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/harrison-smith/

76%

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 slight bias towards highlighting the social impact of the subjects they cover.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author works for The Washington Post, which may have financial interests tied to the subjects they cover.
  • There is a potential conflict of interest in covering the South Side Weekly newspaper, a publication they contributed to and co-founded.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • Shelley Duvall's age at the time of her death is contradicted by another source.
  • There are minor contradictions in the description of Norman Jewison's filmography and his focus on socially conscious films.

Deceptions

60%

Examples:

  • There may be an implication that Harrison Smith has a unique access to the subjects he covers due to his position at The Washington Post.
  • The statement about Norman Jewison's eclectic filmmaking is deceptive as it implies he made all kinds of movies without supporting evidence.

Recent Articles

Shelley Duvall: Versatile Actress Known for Collaborations with Robert Altman and Unforgettable Performances in 'The Shining' and 'Nashville' Passes Away at 75

Shelley Duvall: Versatile Actress Known for Collaborations with Robert Altman and Unforgettable Performances in 'The Shining' and 'Nashville' Passes Away at 75

Broke On: Thursday, 11 July 2024 Versatile actress Shelley Duvall, known for collaborations with Robert Altman and unforgettable roles in 'The Shining' and 'Nashville', passed away at 75 due to diabetes complications. Discovered by Altman, she debuted in 'Brewster McCloud' (1970), earned best actress prize at Cannes for '3 Women' (1977), and endured a challenging shoot for Kubrick's 'The Shining'. Survived by partner Dan Gilroy and mother Bobbie.
Norman Jewison: A Life of Versatility and Impact in Film

Norman Jewison: A Life of Versatility and Impact in Film

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 January 2024 Norman Jewison, a versatile director known for his ability to combine light entertainment with topical films that appealed to him on a deeply personal level, has died at the age of 97. Some of his most notable works include In the Heat of the Night (1967), Fiddler on the Roof (1971) and Moonstruck (1987). He was nominated three times for best director, including 2003's A Soldier's Story. His work has been widely praised by critics and audiences alike.