Adam Sexton

Adam Sexton is a veteran journalist with multiple awards from the Associated Press and the Society of Professional Journalists. He joined WMUR in 2007 after working in Oregon and California. In his time at WMUR, he has covered politics extensively, earning an Emmy nomination for a report on body armor for American troops. Adam was named Political Director in 2018. He is a University Scholar from Syracuse University and lives in Concord with his wife and three children.

Biography:  https://www.wmur.com/news-team/47010b0d-702b-4a03-a569-b10a3dcc7622

85%

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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

88%

Examples:

  • ANY INDIVIDUAL WILLING TO GO THAT FAR IS DOING IT FOR THEMSELVES AND NOT THE COUNTRY.
  • I THINK THAT MUCH IS OBVIOUS RIGHT? I MEAN, THAT'S IT. THAT'S IT. IT'S ABOUT THE LOYALTY AND THE SHOWMANSHIP OF THE MOMENT AS OPPOSED TO, YOU KNOW, UNDERSTANDING THAT IT'S A HARD JOB.
  • They basically put someone out there that lied constantly and made this happen with those citizens that were on the jury

Conflicts of Interest

90%

Examples:

No current examples available.

Contradictions

75%

Examples:

  • Biden also called out Trump, saying he would cut Medicare and Social Security if elected.
  • The president claimed surprise at winning New Hampshire despite his name not being on the ballot.

Deceptions

75%

Examples:

  • Republican lawmakers are urging Trump to choose a running mate who can attract more center-right voters.
  • The president claimed surprise at winning New Hampshire despite his name not being on the ballot.

Recent Articles

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Broke On: Sunday, 19 May 2024 Governor Chris Sununu endorses Nikki Haley for Vice President, expressing concern over those prioritizing loyalty and showmanship over the role's responsibilities. Trump considers various options including Haley, Tim Scott, Marco Rubio, Elise Stefanik, and Doug Burgum.
President Biden Proposes Tax Hikes to Cut Deficit and Expand Social Safety Net Programs

President Biden Proposes Tax Hikes to Cut Deficit and Expand Social Safety Net Programs

Broke On: Monday, 11 March 2024 President Biden's 2025 federal budget proposes tax hikes on corporations and wealthy individuals to cut deficit by $3 trillion over next decade. It also includes plans to expand social safety net programs such as child care, health care and housing.