ProPublica Names Kenneth Morales as Inaugural David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow
In a move to shed light on government operations and federal policy impacts, ProPublica has selected Kenneth Morales as its inaugural David Burnham-TRAC data fellow. According to the organization, Morales will work with the data and news applications team for two years to analyze and report on the inner workings of the government.
The fellowship is named in honor of pioneering investigative journalist David Burnham, who spent 50 years reporting on local, state, and federal enforcement corruption. "David Burnham was a true pioneer in using data to uncover truth," said David Sobel, one of the funders of the fellowship. "He believed in speaking truth to power, and his work continues to inspire us today."
Morales brings extensive experience in data science to the role, having previously worked as a senior data scientist at the New York state attorney general's office. According to ProPublica, Morales will focus on using data analysis to shed light on government operations and federal policy impacts during his two-year fellowship.
The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship was made possible through funding from Sobel and Beth Critchley. The fellowship is a testament to the importance of investigative journalism in holding those in power accountable. "David Burnham's work showed that with rigorous data collection and analysis, even the most powerful institutions can be held accountable," said Sobel.
The selection of Morales as the inaugural fellow marks an exciting new chapter for ProPublica's data-driven reporting efforts. With his expertise in data science, Morales is poised to make a significant impact on the organization's investigative work.
As for what's next, ProPublica has announced that Morales will begin working with the data and news applications team immediately. The organization has expressed its commitment to continuing Burnham's legacy of using data-driven reporting to uncover truth and hold those in power accountable.
Background
David Burnham was a renowned investigative journalist who spent 50 years reporting on local, state, and federal enforcement corruption. His work was known for its rigor and impact, and he is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of data-driven reporting. The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship was established to continue his legacy and provide opportunities for emerging journalists to use data analysis in their investigative work.
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"David Burnham was a true pioneer in using data to uncover truth," said David Sobel, one of the funders of the fellowship.
"He believed in speaking truth to power, and his work continues to inspire us today."
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