Alex Kirshner

Alex Kirshner is a journalist and writer who covers a wide range of topics including sports, technology, and politics. They have written for Slate since 2024 and have contributed articles on various subjects such as college football, golf, the NBA, Elon Musk's impact on Twitter, and stock market trends. Kirshner is known for their unique perspective and engaging writing style that captures the attention of readers. Their work often includes insights into the world of sports betting, digital culture, and online communities.

Biography:  https://slate.com/author/alex-kirshner

74%

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

75%

Examples:

  • The author has a tendency to make assumptions without evidence, such as comparing Jontay Porter's actions to those of Pete Rose.
  • The author seems to have a negative bias against college football coaches in the NFL, implying that Jim Harbaugh will thrive in Los Angeles despite no evidence supporting this claim.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • In the article about Jontay Porter's lifetime ban, the author implies that Porter's actions were worse than Rose's despite no evidence supporting this claim.
  • The author has a conflict of interest when discussing Elon Musk and Twitter, as they seem to imply that Musk is manipulating the platform.

Contradictions

80%

Examples:

  • In one article, the author states that Trump's claim of winning two club championships recently, but in another article they mention that Biden claimed to be an eight handicap during the debate.
  • The author contradicts themselves when discussing likes on Twitter, stating that they inform user preferences and provide a passive vehicle for expressing appreciation or approval, yet in another article they state their removal makes it harder to build online communities.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • In the article about likes on Twitter, the author implies that their removal makes it harder to build online communities without providing evidence.
  • The author uses deceptive practices by not disclosing their identity in some articles.

Recent Articles

EA Sports College Football 25: Uncovering Top-10 Player Snubs and Rebuilding Schools in Dynasty Mode

EA Sports College Football 25: Uncovering Top-10 Player Snubs and Rebuilding Schools in Dynasty Mode

Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024 EA Sports College Football 25 returns after an eleven-year hiatus, featuring intriguing player rankings and team evaluations. Notable omissions include Shedeur Sanders and Carson Beck, despite their draft prospects, while Arizona and Jacksonville State offer interesting storylines. The game provides a realistic path for teams like Arizona to pursue conference and national championships.
CNN Debate: Biden and Trump Discuss Age and Golf Skills, Trump's Controversial Golf Record

CNN Debate: Biden and Trump Discuss Age and Golf Skills, Trump's Controversial Golf Record

Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024 During the 2024 CNN Presidential Debate, Joe Biden and Donald Trump discussed their golf abilities and handicaps. While Trump claimed two club championships, fact-checks reveal inconsistencies in his golf record.
Elon Musk's Decision to Hide Likes on X: Promoting Privacy or Decreasing Engagement?

Elon Musk's Decision to Hide Likes on X: Promoting Privacy or Decreasing Engagement?

Broke On: Thursday, 25 May 2023 Elon Musk announced on May 25, 2023, that Twitter would begin hiding likes and eventually display only view counts to protect user privacy and encourage authentic engagement. The change received mixed reactions, with concerns about decreased engagement and potential platform manipulation. Musk believes this will lead to more open discussions on the platform.
NBA Bans Jontay Porter for Life: Insider Gambling, Betting on Own Games, and Undermining Integrity

NBA Bans Jontay Porter for Life: Insider Gambling, Betting on Own Games, and Undermining Integrity

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 Former NBA player Jontay Porter was banned for life due to gambling involvement, winning over $21,000 through intermediaries and promoting betting during March Madness 2022. His actions violated NBA rules and undermined game integrity. The league's partnerships with sportsbooks allow some regulation but insider information and manipulation are difficult to detect.
Jim Harbaugh Excited to Launch New Era with Justin Herbert as Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach

Jim Harbaugh Excited to Launch New Era with Justin Herbert as Los Angeles Chargers Head Coach

Broke On: Saturday, 03 February 2024 Jim Harbaugh, the new head coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, is excited to start his tenure with quarterback Justin Herbert and launch a new era for the struggling franchise. Despite having a talented arm in league-wide view last season, they disappointed fans with a 5-12 record.