PolitiFact
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About
PolitiFact is a fact-checking journalism outlet that rates the accuracy of claims made by elected officials and other public figures using its Truth-O-Meter scale. The site covers trending misinformation, political promises, and breaking claims across a range of topics. It operates independently and is funded through reader support and disclosed sources.
Problem
Misinformation and unverified political claims make it difficult for citizens to make informed decisions.
For
citizens and voters seeking accurate political information
How it works
Journalists research and rate the accuracy of public claims on a Truth-O-Meter scale, publishing transparent sourcing and methodology.
Business model
freemium
Status
launched
Company
PolitiFact