The Independent Florida Alligator

The Independent Florida Alligator is a student-run newspaper that covers news and events related to the University of Florida and Gainesville. The site has a strong bias against DEI initiatives and often presents one-sided views without providing any evidence or counterarguments. It also quotes only individuals who share its own perspective on these issues, which makes it unreliable as a source of information. The author does not disclose their affiliation with any organization, which raises questions about their credibility.

93%

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

Bias

100%

Examples:

  • The article presents a one-sided view of DEI initiatives without providing any evidence or counterarguments
  • The article refers to white supremacists online celebrating a reference to racist conspiracy theories

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The author quotes only individuals who share its own perspective on DEI issues

Contradictions

100%

Examples:

  • The article claims that DEI initiatives are solely responsible for funding cuts when in fact state funds were used before the ban on these programs was implemented.
  • The article states 'UF fired 13 full-time diversity, equity and inclusion positions' but fails to mention that they also ended administrative appointments for faculty. This is a lie by omission.

Deceptions

85%

Examples:

  • The article does not disclose who wrote it or their affiliation with any organization which makes them an unreliable source.

Recent Articles

  • UF Drops DEI Programs Amid State Law Compliance, Reallocates Funds for Faculty Recruitment

    UF Drops DEI Programs Amid State Law Compliance, Reallocates Funds for Faculty Recruitment

    Broke On: Sunday, 03 March 2024 The University of Florida has terminated all positions associated with diversity, equity and inclusion in compliance with a state law that prohibits public universities from using government funds for DEI initiatives. The approximately $5 million previously reported for DIE expenses will be reallocated into a faculty recruitment fund.

  • Florida State Seminoles Rally Past Florida Gators in Thrilling Victory

    Broke On: Wednesday, 01 November 2023 Florida State Seminoles rallied from a 12-point deficit to beat the Florida Gators 24-15, capping an undefeated regular season. Trey Benson from Florida State scored three touchdowns, contributing significantly to the victory. Despite the absence of star quarterback Jordan Travis due to injury, Tate Rodemaker, FSU's new quarterback, played a crucial role in the victory. Florida's Jamari Lyons was ejected for spitting on a Seminoles player.