Editorial Standards

Editorial Standards

Undercurrent Report LLC is based in Montana and focused on stories backed by documented research. We are committed to implementing journalistic standards with a strong emphasis on integrity.

Accuracy & Verification

  • All sources are fact-checked before inclusion in articles.
  • Staff are responsible for crediting sources and providing links to research.
  • We use reliable sources and correct errors at the bottom of articles to maintain transparency.
  • Commentary and opinion pieces are clearly labeled under our "Free Speech" section.

Independence

  • Articles, opinion pieces, and editorial decisions are made free from outside influences.
  • We maintain complete independence from funders, advertisers, and political interests.
  • Editorial integrity is upheld through autonomous decision-making.

Fairness & Balance

  • We strive to present balanced perspectives through comprehensive research.
  • Research added to articles, podcasts, and visual news provides deeper understanding of multiple viewpoints.
  • We welcome responses from individuals or organizations when adverse information is reported.
  • Our duty is to report the truth to the people, grounded in thorough research and analysis.

Ethical Conduct

  • Plagiarism, misrepresentation, and manipulation of quotes or statements are strictly prohibited.
  • We protect source confidentiality when necessary for safety reasons.
  • On-the-record reporting is preferred, but we work to bring important stories to light while protecting vulnerable sources.
  • International and national reporting may require anonymity to protect lives and communities.

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