The editorial policy for DailyKansasCity is based on the principles of accuracy, fairness, objectivity, and responsibility. We are committed to providing our readers with reliable and unbiased information on a wide range of topics.
Our editorial team consists of experienced journalists who adhere to the highest ethical standards of the profession. We believe in presenting all sides of a story and allowing our readers to form their own opinions.
We strive to be transparent in our reporting, and we will always disclose any potential conflicts of interest. We welcome feedback and corrections from our readers, and we will take swift action to address any errors in our reporting.
We are committed to upholding the freedom of the press and to providing a platform for diverse voices and perspectives. We do not tolerate hate speech or discrimination of any kind.
Editorial Guidelines
In order to ensure the accuracy and integrity of our reporting, we have established a number of guidelines for our editorial team to follow. These guidelines include:
Verifying all information before publishing it. This may involve fact-checking, seeking additional sources, and checking with relevant experts.
Clearly distinguishing between news and opinion. While we welcome a range of viewpoints on our website, we want our readers to know when they are reading news reporting and when they are reading opinion pieces.
Ensuring that all news stories are balanced and fair. This means presenting multiple sides of an issue and not taking sides.
Protecting the privacy and dignity of individuals. We will not publish personal information about individuals without their consent, and we will not publish material that could be considered intrusive or inappropriate.
Abiding by all relevant laws and regulations. This includes laws related to defamation, privacy, and copyright.
We are committed to upholding these guidelines in order to maintain the trust of our readers and to ensure that our website is a reliable source of information.
Further Steps Taken
In addition to these guidelines, we also have a number of processes in place to handle corrections and address any complaints or concerns. If a reader believes that we have published incorrect information, they can contact us through our website and we will review their concern. If we determine that a correction is necessary, we will publish a correction as soon as possible.
We hope that our editorial policy reflects our commitment to upholding the highest journalistic standards and to providing our readers with the information they need to make informed decisions. We welcome feedback and suggestions from our readers and are always open to ways in which we can improve our coverage and better serve our audience.