How We Score Reliability
Every source in The Verity Ledger is evaluated on a 100-point scale based on their track record of accurate reporting, editorial standards, corrections policy, and independence from political or corporate influence. We only include sources that meet our minimum threshold of journalistic integrity.
All Tracked Sources
ProPublica
HighestIndependent, nonprofit investigative journalism in the public interest
Reuters Investigates
HighestIn-depth investigative reporting from Reuters global newsroom
Reveal News
HighestInvestigative reporting from The Center for Investigative Reporting
The Conversation
HighestAcademic analysis and expert commentary on current events
The Guardian Investigations
HighestLong-form investigative journalism from The Guardian
The Intercept
HighAdversarial journalism covering national security, politics, and civil liberties
Mother Jones
HighSmart, fearless journalism covering politics, environment, and human rights
Our Promise
We will never publish stories from anonymous blogs, social media accounts, or outlets with a history of fabrication. Every story on The Verity Ledger can be traced back to its original source — a real newsroom with real journalists doing real work.