Our Sourcing Standards
Trust is built on transparency. At Tangent Weekly, we believe you have a right to know not just what we report, but how we got the information.
Our journalists follow a strict verify-first model. We do not chase clickbait or repeat unconfirmed rumors. Every story we publish is grounded in rigorous investigation and verified facts. This page outlines the standards and methods we use to gather, verify, and attribute our information.
The Pillars of Our Methodology:
Primary Sources & Public Records
We prioritize direct evidence. We rely on official court transcripts, regulatory filings (such as Puerto Rico's OCIF decisions, SEC files, and financial audits), legislative texts, and peer-reviewed scientific studies. If a document is central to a story, we seek to obtain and review it directly.
Verification & Multi-Sourcing
We do not publish major factual claims based on a single uncorroborated source. Important details—such as names, dates, financial figures, and direct quotes—must be cross-referenced with independent archives, databases, or secondary corroboration before publication.
Handling Anonymous Sources
We always prefer sources who speak on-the-record. We only grant anonymity if the source has direct, first-hand knowledge and faces real danger of professional, legal, or personal retaliation. Anonymous tips must be corroborated by independent documentation before being included in our reporting.
Fairness & Opportunity to Respond
We believe in fair representation. When we report on allegations, investigations, or criticisms of individuals or organizations, we always contact the subjects to request their perspective and provide a reasonable window for a response.
Independence & Conflict of Interest
Our journalists sign and adhere to a strict conflict-of-interest policy. They are prohibited from holding financial interests or active political roles in industries they cover, ensuring our coverage is entirely free from external bias.
Localized and Specialized Reporting:
For complex financial, legal, or regulatory topics (such as banking oversight, corporate litigation, or tech policy), we regularly engage independent industry experts and legal professionals.
Their expertise helps us translate complex terminology into clear, accessible language, ensuring our reporting is both understandable and technically precise.
Our sourcing standards are not static; they represent our daily commitment to truth and fairness. We are accountable to you, our readers.
If you have questions about our sourcing, or if you want to submit a tip or share documentation with our team, please get in touch.