Sharon Otterman,

Sharon Otterman is a New York Times reporter covering higher education, public health, and other issues facing New York City. She has a bachelor's degree in philosophy from Yale and a master's in international relations from Columbia University. Before joining The Times, she lived in Egypt on a Fulbright fellowship and worked at the Council on Foreign Relations, among other roles. Her international experience and fluency in multiple languages have served her well in covering New York City's diverse communities. Otterman is guided by her curiosity, editors, and the people who share their stories with her. She has been recognized for her impactful reporting on issues such as wrongful convictions and clergy abuse in the Roman Catholic Church.

Biography:  https://www.nytimes.com/by/sharon-otterman

94%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

Bias

98%

Examples:

  • Sharon Otterman appears to have a strong focus on reporting about higher education, public health, and issues facing New York City.

Conflicts of Interest

98%

Examples:

  • No direct conflicts of interest have been identified in the articles provided.

Contradictions

81%

Examples:

  • Contradictory information found in articles includes the number of students arrested during protests at Columbia University and the reasons for Isra Hirsi's suspension from Barnard College.
  • Different sources report varying numbers of arrests during pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University.

Deceptions

92%

Examples:

  • Some readers may question the author's use of phrases like 'clear message' and 'dereliction of duty', as these terms can be subjective.
  • The author uses strong language to describe accusations of antisemitism and holds college leaders accountable for their perceived lack of action.

Recent Articles

University Leaders Testify on Handling of Campus Protests over Israel-Gaza War: Northwestern and Rutgers Negotiate Peacefully, UCLA Calls Police Amidst Violence

University Leaders Testify on Handling of Campus Protests over Israel-Gaza War: Northwestern and Rutgers Negotiate Peacefully, UCLA Calls Police Amidst Violence

Broke On: Thursday, 23 May 2024 University leaders from Northwestern, Rutgers, and UCLA testified before Congress about their institutions' handling of campus protests during the Israel-Gaza war. Northwestern and Rutgers negotiated peaceful resolutions with protesters, while UCLA called in police after a violent attack. Representative Virginia Foxx criticized some universities for engaging with antisemitic demonstrators, but leaders defended their responses to antisemitism.
Columbia University: Clash of Protesters and Authorities Over Gaza War Continues Amidst Arrests and Controversy

Columbia University: Clash of Protesters and Authorities Over Gaza War Continues Amidst Arrests and Controversy

Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 Columbia University: Over 100 Students Arrested for Protesting Gaza War, Encampment Demolished; Students Vow to Remain, Support Rallies Planned at Other Universities
Columbia University: A Battlefield of Protests - Free Speech vs. Antisemitic Rhetoric

Columbia University: A Battlefield of Protests - Free Speech vs. Antisemitic Rhetoric

Broke On: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 Intense protests at Columbia University over pro-Palestinian demonstrations and free speech rights, leading to 108 arrests and tensions between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli student groups.
Barnard College Suspends Daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar for Pro-Palestinian Activism: A Detailed Look

Barnard College Suspends Daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar for Pro-Palestinian Activism: A Detailed Look

Broke On: Thursday, 18 April 2024 Barnard College Suspends Daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar for Pro-Palestinian Activism at Columbia University Protest: Isra Hirsi, a prominent activist and Fortune 40 under 40 honoree, was suspended from Barnard College following her involvement in a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University that resulted in several arrests. The university's president testified about cracking down on unauthorized protests the same day of Hirsi's suspension, sparking criticism over the school's handling of harassment incidents.