Election Desk follows clear editorial standards designed to prioritize accuracy, fairness, and reader trust.
Accuracy and Sourcing
- We rely on primary sources whenever possible, including official documents, court filings, statutes, regulations, election data, and on-the-record statements.
- When secondary sources are used, they are clearly identified and linked.
- Claims of fact are supported by evidence. Analysis is based on verifiable information.
Distinction Between News and Analysis
- Explainers and reporting focus on factual information and documented events.
- Analysis pieces provide interpretation and context but are grounded in evidence.
- Opinion or perspective content, when published, is clearly labeled as such.
Corrections
- We correct factual errors promptly and transparently.
- Corrections are noted at the bottom of the article with an explanation of what was changed.
- Readers may submit correction requests through our contact page.
Independence
- Election Desk does not accept direction from political parties, campaigns, or government officials.
- Editorial decisions are made independently.
- Financial support does not influence coverage.
Funding and Support
Election Desk may be supported through:
- Reader subscriptions
- Donations
- Sponsored content that is clearly labeled
Sponsored content does not affect editorial coverage or conclusions. We do not sell favorable coverage or suppress stories in exchange for financial support.
Civic Responsibility
Election coverage carries real-world consequences. We take that responsibility seriously by:
- Avoiding sensationalism
- Avoiding speculation presented as fact
- Avoiding misleading or incomplete framing
- Providing context when information is uncertain or evolving
Our goal is not to tell readers what to think — but to give them the information they need to think clearly.
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