OTN – News Outside the Narrative

Team Vision

This page introduces NotInTheNews’ team and guiding principles. We present independent inquiry, America-first outcomes, and civil discourse to help readers think critically and engage constructively.

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An intricately detailed ballot-style document labeled “We The People” rests on a rugged, weathered wooden table, its parchment-like texture and deep navy and crimson accents evoking American civic tradition without referencing any real candidates or events. A small, precisely folded American flag fabric swatch, slightly frayed at the edges, lies beside a heavy brass magnifying glass that emphasizes a single line about “questioning the narrative.” Warm golden-hour light streams in from the right, casting long, dramatic shadows and highlighting the grain of the wood. Shot from a slightly elevated angle in photographic realism with shallow depth of field, the composition feels bold yet reflective, symbolizing citizen-driven democracy and populist scrutiny of political stories.

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NotInTheNews centers practical reporting that connects policy debates to real-life impact, invites skeptical questions, and promotes depolarization through thoughtful, evidence-based conversation.

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Our Editors

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Aarav Sharma


CEO

NotInTheNews editors bring decades of reporting from local communities to national conversations, challenging assumptions with data, questions, and a commitment to putting everyday Americans first.

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Mateo García


CTO

Our editors blend investigative rigor with populist sensibilities, explaining how policies affect families, workers, and small businesses, while inviting readers to scrutinize the narratives shaping national debate.

A thick, well-used hardcover book titled “Unspoken Agendas” sits open on a reclaimed wood table, its cream pages dense with tiny, sharp text and colored sticky tabs protruding in red, white, and blue. A vintage brass desk lamp with a green glass shade casts a concentrated, warm pool of light over the center of the book, leaving the edges of the frame in gentle shadow. Beside it, a small stack of plain, unbranded manila folders is secured with a single steel binder clip, hinting at hidden documents. Photographic realism, shot from an overhead, bird’s-eye perspective with meticulous detail throughout the frame, gives the scene a bold, investigative newsroom vibe, inviting readers to dig deeper and question polished political narratives.


Zuri Ndlovu


Engineer

With a focus on accountability and independent inquiry, this team elevates voices often sidelined in mainstream outlets, offering context, nuance, and practical ideas for fixing America.

An intricately detailed ballot-style document labeled “We The People” rests on a rugged, weathered wooden table, its parchment-like texture and deep navy and crimson accents evoking American civic tradition without referencing any real candidates or events. A small, precisely folded American flag fabric swatch, slightly frayed at the edges, lies beside a heavy brass magnifying glass that emphasizes a single line about “questioning the narrative.” Warm golden-hour light streams in from the right, casting long, dramatic shadows and highlighting the grain of the wood. Shot from a slightly elevated angle in photographic realism with shallow depth of field, the composition feels bold yet reflective, symbolizing citizen-driven democracy and populist scrutiny of political stories.


Leila Haddad


Designer

From veterans of grassroots organizing to seasoned reporters, our contributors bring on‑the‑ground perspective, relentlessly emphasizing results, transparency, and a constructive path beyond partisan gridlock.