Lori Rozsa

Lori Rozsa is a Florida-based reporter who covers the state for The Washington Post. She has a background in journalism from the University of Florida and has previously worked as a correspondent for People magazine and a reporter and bureau chief for the Miami Herald. Her reporting focuses on issues affecting Florida, including politics, education, and social justice. She is active on Twitter and often shares confidential news tips with The Post.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/lori-rozsa/

82%

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

92%

Examples:

  • However, overall the reporting is fair and balanced.
  • The author occasionally uses biased language, such as referring to Disney as 'the entertainment giant' and describing DeSantis spokesman Jeremy Redfern's statement as the fact.

Conflicts of Interest

75%

Examples:

  • The author has previously worked as a correspondent for People magazine and a reporter and bureau chief for the Miami Herald, which may influence her reporting.

Contradictions

92%

Examples:

  • Another contradiction is found in the description of Disney's opposition to the state's Parental Rights in Education law.
  • In one article, there is a contradiction regarding Roger Fortson's actions: 'Roger Fortson was holding a legally owned gun pointed to the ground when he opened the door and was shot by Duran', 'Deputy Duran claimed he thought his life was in danger and acted instead of reacting, but no threats were present', 'Fortson did not physically resist Deputy Duran or point the gun in his direction.'

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • However, overall the reporting is accurate and not significantly deceptive.
  • The article falsely states that Disney sued DeSantis for violating its freedom of speech.

Recent Articles

Judge Strikes Down Florida's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Individuals: A Victory for Equal Protection Rights

Judge Strikes Down Florida's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Individuals: A Victory for Equal Protection Rights

Broke On: Tuesday, 11 June 2024 Judge Robert L. Hinkle of the Federal District Court in Tallahassee struck down Florida's ban on gender-affirming care for transgender minors and certain adults on June 11, 2024. The ruling paved the way for medical professionals to provide transition care, invalidating parts of the law that imposed significant barriers. The decision was based on the fact that gender identity is real and widely accepted as a standard of care, and Florida cannot deny transgender individuals safe and effective medical treatment.
Deputy's Use of Deadly Force: Unjustified Shooting of Airman Roger Fortson

Deputy's Use of Deadly Force: Unjustified Shooting of Airman Roger Fortson

Broke On: Wednesday, 03 May 2023 On May 3, 2023, Okaloosa County Sheriff's Deputy Eddie Duran fatally shot Senior Airman Roger Fortson during a domestic disturbance call at his apartment. Despite no hostile movements observed by investigators, Duran was terminated from the department for using excessive force. Fortson, a special missions aviator in the U.S. Air Force, had previously called the sheriff's office for domestic disturbances but none were recorded before the shooting incident.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Wins Legal Battle Against Walt Disney Co.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Wins Legal Battle Against Walt Disney Co.

Broke On: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 In a legal victory for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a federal judge in Tallahassee dismissed on Wednesday a lawsuit filed by the Walt Disney Co. over the state's dismantling of the entertainment giant's special taxing district.