Owen Lavine

Owen Lavine is a journalist at The Daily Beast, where he covers politics and entertainment. He has written extensively about the 2024 presidential race, focusing on the candidates' strategies and the role of social media in shaping public opinion. Prior to joining The Daily Beast, Lavine worked at Cheat Sheet Media as an obsessed royalist. He is known for his unique perspective on popular culture and its impact on politics and society.

Biography:  https://www.thedailybeast.com/author/owen-lavine

79%

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

92%

Examples:

  • The author consistently presents Kamala Harris in a positive light, suggesting that she is the only viable Democratic candidate and that criticism of her is unfounded.

Conflicts of Interest

95%

Examples:

  • In an article about a Google doc advocating for Kamala Harris as the next president, the author does not disclose any conflicts of interest despite the potential controversy surrounding such a document.

Contradictions

84%

Examples:

  • In an article about a gun nut planning to shoot up a Bad Bunny concert, the author describes the plan as starting a 'race war'.
  • In an article about Melania Trump's lack of public birthday wishes, the author mentions that both Biden and Trump have released statements from their medical teams indicating they are fit for office.
  • In one article, it is mentioned that Rep. Bennie Thompson believes Kamala Harris is the only viable Democratic candidate, while in another article it states that Biden is bleeding support among Black and younger voters.

Deceptions

46%

Examples:

  • In an article about Ohtani's home run ball hitting a young fan on the head, the author does not mention that the fan was injured.
  • In an article about Tim and Dee TV, the authors imply that they have been unfairly forgotten despite their role in creating a viral moment.

Recent Articles

Democratic Shift: Kamala Harris Emerges as Potential Replacement for Joe Biden in 2024

Democratic Shift: Kamala Harris Emerges as Potential Replacement for Joe Biden in 2024

Broke On: Friday, 05 July 2024 Amidst growing concerns over President Joe Biden's debate performance and dwindling support, Democratic officials and donors are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris as a potential replacement. A viral Google Document advocating for Harris as the nominee has fueled speculation, with some insiders warning that failing to choose her could be disastrous for the party.
Hailey Welch's Viral Sound and the Controversy Surrounding Tim & Dee TV's Interview

Hailey Welch's Viral Sound and the Controversy Surrounding Tim & Dee TV's Interview

Broke On: Wednesday, 19 June 2024 Hailey Welch, a young woman from Tennessee, unexpectedly gained fame after making a sound during an interview with Tim Dickerson and DeArius Marlow of YouTube channel 'Tim & Dee TV' at CMA Fest in Nashville. Her viral clip brought millions of views but overshadowed the duo who filmed it. Hailey has capitalized on her fame, appearing on podcasts, performing with Zach Bryan, and selling merchandise. However, she faces challenges like media intrusion and internet trolls spreading false information. With a management company and attorney's help, Hailey continues to enjoy her moment in the spotlight while maintaining personal integrity.
Silence from Melania: How Trump's Birthday Was Celebrated by Supporters and Detractors Alike

Silence from Melania: How Trump's Birthday Was Celebrated by Supporters and Detractors Alike

Broke On: Friday, 14 June 2024 Former President Trump turned 78 on June 14, 2024. Eric, Ivanka, Don Jr., and other supporters celebrated with birthday wishes. Melania remained silent. Vanessa paid tribute as 'best grandpa'. Giuliani's message was unclear.
Arizona Man Arrested for Plotting Hate Crime Shooting, Faces Up to 40 Years in Prison

Arizona Man Arrested for Plotting Hate Crime Shooting, Faces Up to 40 Years in Prison

Broke On: Wednesday, 12 June 2024 FBI thwarts potential mass shooting at Atlanta's State Farm Arena by Arizona man Mark Adams Prieto, indicted on firearms trafficking and hate crime charges. Prieto allegedly discussed race war plans with undercover agents, selling them multiple rifles including an AR-15 for the attack.
First Human Death from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N2) Virus Reported in Mexico

First Human Death from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N2) Virus Reported in Mexico

Broke On: Monday, 24 April 2023 A 59-year-old Mexican resident became the first human fatality of avian influenza A(H5N2) in April 2023, despite no known contact with infected animals. The WHO confirmed the high pathogenicity of this strain, which had previously been detected in a Michoacán poultry farm. Contact tracing revealed only one potential exposure, and the risk to the general population remains low.