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  • loaded language: 'tense protests'
  • loaded language: 'clash'
  • loaded language: 'flashpoint'
  • loaded language: 'crackdown'
  • framing: headline asserting a conclusion
  • vague attribution: advocates said, federal government has denied
  • omitted response: a named/criticized party is given no chance to respond

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New Jersey Police Sergeant Charged with Theft of Journalist's Equipment

Darryl Brown, a police sergeant in New Jersey, has been charged with stealing equipment from journalist Angelina Katsanis during a protest. The theft was traced back to Brown's home using a geo-tracking device. He faces third-degree theft charges and has been suspended from his position.

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Our neutral summary

Darryl Brown, a police sergeant in New Jersey, has been charged with stealing equipment from journalist Angelina Katsanis during a protest. The theft was traced back to Brown's home using a geo-tracking device. He faces third-degree theft charges and has been suspended from his position.

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Language Analysis

Loaded-language score 45/100
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Inflammatory language 9/100
Sentiment -10/100

Loaded Language Removed

  • ✕ loaded language: 'tense protests'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'clash'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'flashpoint'
  • ✕ loaded language: 'crackdown'
  • ✕ framing: headline asserting a conclusion
  • ✕ vague attribution: advocates said, federal government has denied
  • ✕ omitted response: a named/criticized party is given no chance to respond

Original vs. Neutral

Original Headline

New Jersey police sergeant charged with stealing journalist's camera bag at immigration protest

Neutral Headline

New Jersey Police Sergeant Charged with Theft of Journalist's Equipment