Liz Goodwin

Liz Goodwin is a Congress reporter and political analyst who covers national politics and foreign affairs for The Washington Post. She has previously worked for the Boston Globe, Yahoo News, and the Daily Beast.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/liz-goodwin/

58%

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

60%

Examples:

  • The author also seems to favor Schumer's perspective on the situation in Israel and implies that he is more reasonable than Netanyahu.
  • The author does not provide any balanced or objective information about the complexities of the conflict between Israel and Hamas, nor does she acknowledge other viewpoints on US aid to Israel.
  • The author tends to portray Netanyahu in a negative light and criticizes his policies on Gaza and the US-Israel relationship.

Conflicts of Interest

40%

Examples:

  • However, her affiliation with The Washington Post, a newspaper that is often seen as biased against Trump and his supporters, could raise questions about her impartiality and objectivity.
  • The author does not disclose any personal or financial interests in the topics she covers.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • Goodwin contradicts herself by saying that Schumer's statement about Israel becoming an international pariah under Netanyahu is misleading, while at the same time implying that he is isolated from his own people and allies.
  • In one article, Goodwin claims that Netanyahu is prioritizing his own political survival over what is best for Israel. However, in the same article she also suggests that a new election would be beneficial for Israel and democracy.

Deceptions

70%

Examples:

  • For example, she does not provide any evidence to support her claim that Netanyahu is risking becoming an international pariah under his leadership. She also uses a border security issue unrelated to Israel as a pretext for rejecting US aid to the country.
  • The author uses deceptive practices such as misleading headlines, vague or incomplete information, and omitting important details that could change the meaning or context of her articles.

Recent Articles

White House Unease: Biden's Debate Performance Sparks Uncertainty Over His Political Future

White House Unease: Biden's Debate Performance Sparks Uncertainty Over His Political Future

Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Anxiety and unease grip the White House as President Biden's lackluster debate performance raises concerns about his reelection campaign, with some officials calling for a stronger candidate. Despite public statements of resolve, many are gripped with uncertainty due to negative headlines and doubts about Biden's fitness for office.
Israel's Netanyahu Criticized by Schumer for Gaza Tolerance and Far-Right Coalition

Israel's Netanyahu Criticized by Schumer for Gaza Tolerance and Far-Right Coalition

Broke On: Thursday, 14 March 2024 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been criticized by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for being too willing to tolerate the civilian toll in Gaza and putting himself in a coalition of far-right extremists. The United States is providing humanitarian aid and establishing a temporary pier to get more assistance into Gaza via sea.
Senate Passes $95 Billion National Security Supplemental Package Without Border Provisions

Senate Passes $95 Billion National Security Supplemental Package Without Border Provisions

Broke On: Tuesday, 13 February 2024 The Senate is set to pass a $95 billion national security supplemental package that provides aid for Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific. The bill does not contain any border provisions or hardline border security measures. Despite Republican filibustering since Saturday morning, it passed its final hurdle on Monday night with 66 votes in favor of a final vote that could come anytime Tuesday but no later than Wednesday.