R0050/2026-03-31/Q001/S01/R01¶
PolitiFact's primary methodology document explaining the Truth-O-Meter process.
Summary¶
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Title | The Principles of the Truth-O-Meter: PolitiFact's methodology for independent fact-checking |
| URL | https://www.politifact.com/article/2018/feb/12/principles-truth-o-meter-politifacts-methodology-i/ |
| Date accessed | 2026-03-31 |
| Publication date | 2018-02-12 |
| Author(s) | PolitiFact staff |
| Publication | PolitiFact |
Selection Decision¶
Included in evidence base: Yes
Rationale: Primary methodology document from PolitiFact explaining their complete rating process, evidence evaluation approach, and editorial procedures. Directly addresses the query's focus on structured methodology elements.