Tom Palmer

Tom Palmer is a journalist who works for NewsNation, a cable news channel that focuses on national and international news. He has written several articles about politics, culture, and social issues.

46%

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 poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

60%

Examples:

  • The article is biased in favor of NewsNation and its agenda to celebrate Black History Month. The article does not provide a balanced view of Langston Hughes or his contributions to literature and social justice.
  • The article uses emotional language and praise without providing evidence or sources for the claims made about Hughes' impact and legacy.

Conflicts of Interest

30%

Examples:

  • The article does not disclose any potential conflicts of interest related to the sources, sponsors, or affiliates of the information provided.
  • The article may have a conflict of interest by promoting NewsNation's agenda to celebrate Black History Month and its own interests in attracting viewers and advertising revenue.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • The article contradicts historical facts by portraying Hughes as an iconic figure in American literature without acknowledging the criticism and controversy surrounding some of his works, such as The Weary Blues and Not Without Laughter.
  • The article contradicts itself by claiming that Hughes was a trailblazing poet who emerged as a central figure during the Harlem Renaissance while also stating that he supported himself through his writing. This implies that he did not rely on the movement or its fame for his success.

Deceptions

40%

Examples:

  • The article is deceptive by using sensational language and exaggerated claims without providing evidence or citations for them.
  • The article uses emotional appeals and anecdotal evidence to persuade the reader of Hughes' importance and influence without addressing his limitations, controversies, or criticisms.

Recent Articles

Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

Missing College Student Riley Strain: Search Continues at Cheatham Dam in Ashland City, Tennessee

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 22-year old college student Riley Strain from the University of Missouri went missing in Nashville on March 8th. The search has moved to Cheatham Dam after nothing was found at river banks. Water temperatures are cool but expected to rise soon, and United Cajun Navy joined forces with police for hundreds of leads and tips.