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 collection and analysis to expose corruption and wrongdoing," said David Sobel, one of the funders of the fellowship. "His skills and techniques are still relevant today, and we're excited to see Kenneth Morales build on that legacy."
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, he will use his expertise to analyze government data and identify trends and patterns that can inform policy decisions.
The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship was made possible through funding from Sobel and Beth Critchley. The fellowship is a testament to Burnham's commitment to using data-driven reporting to hold those in power accountable, according to ProPublica. "David Burnham believed in speaking truth to power, and we're proud to continue that tradition with this fellowship," said a spokesperson for the organization.
As Morales begins his two-year tenure as the inaugural David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow, he will be working closely with the data and news applications team to develop innovative reporting projects. According to ProPublica, the fellowship is designed to provide Morales with the resources and support needed to produce high-quality, data-driven reporting that can make a meaningful impact.
The selection of Morales as the inaugural David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow marks an important milestone for ProPublica's commitment to using data analysis to inform its reporting. As the organization continues to push the boundaries of investigative journalism, it is clear that the work of David Burnham will continue to inspire and guide future generations of journalists.
Background on the fellowship:
The David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellowship was established in honor of David Burnham, a pioneering investigative journalist who spent 50 years reporting on local, state, and federal enforcement corruption. The fellowship is designed to provide a two-year position for a data fellow to work with ProPublica's data and news applications team.
Key Facts:
Kenneth Morales has been selected as the inaugural David Burnham-TRAC Data Fellow
The fellowship is named in honor of pioneering investigative journalist David Burnham
Morales will work with ProPublica's data and news applications team for two years to analyze government data and report on policy impacts
The fellowship was made possible through funding from David Sobel and Beth Critchley
This story was compiled from reports by ProPublica and Multi-source: ProPublica.
