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.
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. The fellowship is named after pioneering investigative journalist David Burnham, who was known for his work on law enforcement corruption. According to David Sobel, one of the funders of the fellowship, "David Burnham was a pioneering investigative journalist who believed in speaking truth to power. As an early and skilled proponent of rigorous data collection and analysis, he did cutting-edge reporting on law enforcement and intelligence agencies."
The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship is made possible through funding from Sobel and Beth Critchley. According to ProPublica, the fellowship aims to continue Burnham's legacy by using data analysis to expose government corruption and inefficiencies.
Morales' appointment marks a significant step in ProPublica's efforts to use data-driven reporting to hold those in power accountable. As Morales begins his two-year tenure as data fellow, he will be working closely with ProPublica's team of journalists and developers to analyze and report on the impact of federal policy.
The selection process for the fellowship was rigorous, according to ProPublica. The organization received numerous applications from qualified candidates, but Morales stood out due to his extensive experience in data science and his passion for using data analysis to drive investigative reporting.
As Morales takes on this new role, he will be building on the legacy of David Burnham, who spent 50 years reporting on local, state, and federal enforcement corruption. According to Sobel, "Those skills and techniques are crucial today, as we continue to grapple with issues of government transparency and accountability."
ProPublica's selection of Morales for this prestigious fellowship is a testament to the organization's commitment to using data-driven reporting to expose government corruption and inefficiencies. As Morales begins his tenure as David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow, he will be working tirelessly to shed light on the inner workings of the government and hold those in power accountable.
In related news, ProPublica has announced plans to continue its efforts to use data analysis to drive investigative reporting. According to a statement from the organization, "We are committed to using data-driven reporting to expose corruption and inefficiencies in government, and we believe that this fellowship will play a critical role in helping us achieve our goals."
As for Morales, he expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to join ProPublica's team as David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow. According to him, "I am thrilled to be joining ProPublica's team of talented journalists and developers, and I look forward to using my skills in data science to drive investigative reporting and expose government corruption."
The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship is a two-year position that will focus on shedding light on government operations and federal policy impacts through data analysis. The fellowship is named after pioneering investigative journalist David Burnham, who was known for his work on law enforcement corruption.
In conclusion, ProPublica's selection of Kenneth Morales as its inaugural David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow marks a significant step in the organization's efforts to use data-driven reporting to expose government corruption and inefficiencies. With Morales' extensive experience in data science and his passion for using data analysis to drive investigative reporting, ProPublica is well-positioned to continue its legacy of exposing government wrongdoing.
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According to David Sobel
According to ProPublica
As stated by Kenneth Morales
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