Michael M.
Michael M. Grynbaum is a media correspondent for The New York Times. He covers the intersection of media, politics and culture, with a focus on the news industry's impact on the world around us. Michael has been writing about media for The Times since 2016, and has previously served as the paper's City Hall bureau chief. He is known for his fair and nonpartisan reporting in keeping with The Times' high standards, and holds no direct investments in any of the companies he covers. Michael is committed to maintaining readers' trust by not participating in political activities or donating to candidates or political advocacy groups.
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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
86%
Examples:
- The author has a tendency to present critical opinions as factual analysis.
- The author often highlights one-sided perspectives in reporting.
Conflicts of Interest
50%
Examples:
- The author discloses potential conflicts of interest, such as investments in companies they cover, but does not always provide detailed information about the extent of their holdings.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- The author has been known to present selective reporting that creates an imbalanced and misleading narrative.
- The author occasionally reports contradictory information without acknowledging the discrepancy.
Deceptions
62%
Examples:
- The author has been known to present a narrative that is not fully accurate or complete.
- The author occasionally presents misleading information without acknowledging the deception.
Recent Articles
Biden's Interview with George Stephanopoulos: Addressing Concerns over Mental and Physical Fitness
Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024Amidst renewed scrutiny over his mental and physical fitness, President Joe Biden grants an interview to ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos on July 5, 2024. The interview follows a previous one in 2020 that revived Biden's campaign during the Democratic primaries. This time around, it will cover his plans for the remainder of his presidency and address concerns over his condition. Biden's Interview with George Stephanopoulos: Addressing Concerns over Mental and Physical Fitness
Broke On: Friday, 09 February 2024Amidst renewed scrutiny over his mental and physical fitness, President Joe Biden grants an interview to ABC News anchor George Stephanopoulos on July 5, 2024. The interview follows a previous one in 2020 that revived Biden's campaign during the Democratic primaries. This time around, it will cover his plans for the remainder of his presidency and address concerns over his condition. 
2024 Presidential Debate Preview: Biden and Trump Face Off in Atlanta, Anticipated Consequences
Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024The first presidential debate of the 2024 general election between Joe Biden and Donald Trump is set for June 19, with CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash as moderators. The debate will cover recent legal issues involving both candidates, economy, immigration policy, international politics, and base support. Trump is expected to announce his VP pick soon and will be sentenced in his criminal trial on July 11. The 2024 debate is anticipated to be a significant moment for both campaigns. 
NBC News Faces Rebellion Over Hiring Ronna McDaniel as Political Analyst
Broke On: Monday, 25 March 2024NBC News is facing a rebellion over its decision to hire Ronna McDaniel as a political analyst. The controversy began on Sunday when Chuck Todd criticized executives for hiring her during an interview with Kristen Welker, and was followed by criticism from other NBC personalities such as Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski. This has already divided and destabilized NBC, with internal dissent breaking into open on text chains and Slack channels since the deal was announced late last week. 
Reddit Goes Public: What You Need to Know About the Social Media Platform's IPO
Broke On: Thursday, 21 March 2024Reddit, a social media platform for sharing and discussing content on various topics, is going public. The company was acquired by Condé Nast in 2011 but spun out into a stand-alone entity. Reddit's IPO will be priced at the top of its marketed range, with shares being sold for $34 each on the New York Stock Exchange under RDDT. The IPO is expected to raise $748 million and Condé Nast owns roughly one-third of Reddit's outstanding shares. 
Taylor Swift vs. Donald Trump: A Pop Culture Battle for the Soul of America
Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024Taylor Swift, a pop superstar who has become increasingly politically active in recent years, endorsed President Joe Biden's 2020 campaign and is at the top of his reelection campaign wish list for potential surrogates. However, her political views have put her at odds with former President Donald Trump, who privately claims that he is more popular than Taylor Swift and has more committed fans. The two sides are in a one-sided popularity contest, with many people already getting tired of the discourse surrounding them.