Editorial Standards
The Gifted Gab, owned by The Gifted Gab Inc., is committed to providing accurate, reliable, and engaging content to our readers. We strive to maintain the highest editorial standards to ensure the credibility and integrity of our platform. Our editorial team follows these guidelines when creating and curating content for The Gifted Gab:
Accuracy and Fact-Checking: We prioritize accuracy in all our articles and ensure that the information presented is well-researched and verified. Our team conducts thorough fact-checking processes to minimize errors and misinformation.
Credible Sources: We rely on reputable sources for our content, including trusted news organizations, academic institutions, industry experts, and official reports. When referencing information, we provide proper attribution and citations to give credit to the original sources.
Balanced and Objective Reporting: We strive to present a balanced view on topics, providing multiple perspectives when applicable. Our articles aim to be objective and unbiased, presenting the facts without personal or subjective opinions.
Editorial Independence: The Gifted Gab maintains editorial independence, meaning our content is not influenced by advertisers or external stakeholders. Our writers have the freedom to express their views while adhering to our high standards of accuracy and fairness.
Plagiarism and Copyright: We respect intellectual property rights and adhere to copyright laws. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and our writers are required to provide proper attribution and give credit to the original authors when referencing external sources.
Transparency and Disclosure: We are transparent with our readers regarding sponsored content, advertorials, or any form of native advertising. Such content will be clearly labeled and distinguished from our editorial articles.
Engaging and Accessible Content: We strive to create content that is engaging, informative, and accessible to a wide range of readers. We take into consideration readability, language clarity, and visual presentation to enhance the user experience.
Corrections and Updates: In the event that errors or inaccuracies are identified in our published articles, we are committed to promptly correcting and updating the content to maintain its accuracy.
Sourcing & Interviews
At The Gifted Gab, we value transparency and reliability in our reporting. We strive to provide accurate and verified information to our readers. We generally refrain from reporting on anonymous or unverified information unless there are exceptional circumstances, such as cases where revealing sources' identities could jeopardize their safety.
When conducting interviews, our journalists are open about their identities, ensuring that readers have a complete picture of the source of information. We respect the privacy of minors and obtain parental consent before interviewing them.
We consider public social media posts as part of the public domain and treat them as such. While we may source information from these platforms for our articles, we always provide proper citations to give credit where it's due.
Responsibility
At The Gifted Gab, we are committed to treating all individuals, organizations, and companies fairly and with respect for their privacy and dignity. We understand that certain information may be of public interest, and in such cases, we carefully balance the public's right to know with the privacy of individuals.
Our journalists make every effort to provide subjects of stories with an opportunity to comment. If we haven't been able to obtain a comment by our deadline, we will update the story once the comment is provided.
For sensitive topics, we provide warnings to readers that articles may contain graphic information or details that may be difficult to read. Additionally, we include resources and helplines to empower readers to take action and fully comprehend the material discussed.
Plagiarism
At The Gifted Gab, we have a zero-tolerance policy towards plagiarism. Our writers are expected to express ideas and events in their own words or provide clear citations if using external content. Failure to adhere to this principle results in termination.
We have editors and copy editors who carefully review articles for plagiarism. If any instances are discovered, a thorough investigation is conducted not only for the specific work in question but also for any other works published by the writer.
We take complaints of plagiarism very seriously, and once an accusation is made, we initiate the appropriate protocols mentioned above.
Advertising, Sponsored, and Affiliate Content
On The Gifted Gab, we are committed to transparency when it comes to advertising, sponsored, and affiliate content. Such content is clearly identified on our website (see our Content Funding policy here). Our editorial team operates independently from the studio responsible for producing sponsored content.
We ensure that companies working with us in this capacity cannot influence our editorial coverage. If one of our advertisers becomes newsworthy, they will be treated like any other company and offered the opportunity to comment on the story.
Occasionally, our editorial articles may contain affiliate links. These links allow us to earn a small commission if a reader makes a purchase based on our featured product or service. These articles are created independently by our journalists and are not influenced by advertisers or commercial teams.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
At The Gifted Gab, we're always looking for innovative ways to enhance our editorial processes and deliver the best possible content to our readers. As part of this effort, we may incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) to automate certain tasks and streamline our workflow. AI algorithms may assist with content curation, headline generation, image selection, and more. While we recognize the value of AI as a tool for creating high-quality content, we also understand the importance of human editorial oversight and input. Our team of editors and writers closely collaborate with our AI tools to ensure that all content meets our high standards for accuracy, relevance, and quality.
Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
At The Gifted Gab, we believe in the importance of diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We strive to reflect these values in our journalism by seeking representation and diversity in our staff, collaborators, and sourcing. We recognize that race, class, gender, sexuality, disability, and geography all shape individuals' experiences and perspectives. By embracing these differences in our reporting, we aim to provide more nuanced and well-informed coverage to our community.
Readers of The Gifted Gab can reach out to our editors through our contact page on TheGiftedGab.com. We regularly check messages and promptly address any information relevant to our articles.
These editorial standards reflect our dedication to providing high-quality content to our community. We value the trust our audience places in us and are committed to upholding these standards in every aspect of our coverage.
Note: The Gifted Gab Inc. reserves the right to modify or update these editorial standards as necessary to adapt to evolving industry practices and ensure the continued quality of our content.