David Rothkopf

David Rothkopf is a political commentator and author who writes for The Daily Beast. He has written several books on international affairs and U.S. foreign policy, including Power Inc., Running the World?, and National Insecurity: American Leadership in an Age of Turmoil.

Biography:  https://www.thedailybeast.com/author/david-rothkopf

52%

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

65%

Examples:

  • The author tends to express strong negative opinions about Israel and its actions in Gaza. He also seems to favor the Palestinians and criticizes Biden's foreign policy team for their handling of the situation.

Conflicts of Interest

40%

Examples:

  • The author has a personal connection with Bernard Schwartz, who was a major donor to the Biden campaign. He also seems to have access to inside information from the White House and may be biased in favor of Biden's agenda.

Contradictions

80%

Examples:

  • The author contradicts himself by claiming that Israel risks dire consequences after two airstrikes in one article, but then arguing that Biden warned Netanyahu not to invade Rafah in another. He also seems to ignore other actions taken by Israel for humanitarian aid and self-defense.

Deceptions

45%

Examples:

  • The author uses emotional manipulation by stating that outrage and indignation will not save the suffering people of Gaza or restore the high standing previously enjoyed by Biden's foreign policy team. He also uses selective reporting and sensationalism to make his points.

Recent Articles

Israeli Military Accused of War Crimes and Genocide in Gaza, Despite Western Allies' Support

Israeli Military Accused of War Crimes and Genocide in Gaza, Despite Western Allies' Support

Broke On: Friday, 05 April 2024 Israel accused of war crimes and genocide in Gaza, with several foreign aid workers killed and a hospital destroyed. Despite this, many Western allies continue to send weapons to Israel and withhold funds from the main United Nations agency working in Gaza.