Ken Shepherd

Former NewsBusters Managing Editor

Ken Shepherd lives in New Carrollton, Md., with his wife, Laura, and four children. Ken graduated cum laude from the University of Maryland in 2001 with a Bachelors of Arts in Government & Politics and a citation in Public Leadership.

Ken worked for the Media Research Center from May 2001 to April 2016. He served as NewsBusters Managing Editor from 2007 until April 2016. Currently, he serves as "a universal-desk editor and digital writer" for The Washington Times.

In his spare time, Ken enjoys karaoke, tennis, reading, and discussing theology or politics.

ABC Hypes 'Extreme Jobs' Taking Heavy Toll on Workers with 70-Hour Weeks

Ken Shepherd | November 28, 2006

Yet the number of Americans in those jobs is small; they choose them; and they're generally well-paid.

CNN's Velshi Ignores Treasury Chief's Warnings on Regulation

Ken Shepherd | November 21, 2006

But the 'American Morning' business reporter had time to squeeze in a story on Charmin sponsoring free toilets in Times Square.

USA Today: Motorists Aren't Paying Enough for Roads

Ken Shepherd | November 20, 2006

Reporter hypes calls by politicians to raise taxes for roads, infrastructure; ignores conservative critics who say problem is wasteful spending, not too little revenue.

News Flash: Gas Prices Up with Thanksgiving Driving

Ken Shepherd | November 20, 2006

CNN, NBC don't see a connection; NBC complains 5-cent jump in prices will 'gobble' up travel budget

CNN's Velshi Slams Wal-Mart As Store Everybody 'Loves to Hate'

Ken Shepherd | November 16, 2006

But reporter left out how voters think the company's practices aren't an issue for politicians to address.

ABC Highlights Medicare Complaints, Overlooks Retailers' Drug Discounts

Ken Shepherd | November 16, 2006

'World News' complains of cost, confusion but ignores private sector solutions like Wal-Mart's $4 generic drugs.