Accuracy and Fairness

The Fairmind project is committed to providing accurate and fair information about polarizing issues. This is reflected in our design choices and editorial processes, described below.

Fairmind Format

The format of a Fairmind Guide requires balanced presentation of arguments. Instead of simply listing each side’s talking points—which usually talk past each other—we present opposing arguments on a set of key factors to consider. We present arguments in their strongest form, at equivalent depth.

We verify factual claims and footnote them with reliable sources. When a factual dispute is important to understanding the issue, we explain the dispute. When the evidence strongly supports one side, we note that rather than implying false balance.

We provide a set of example viewpoints that show how different values and priorities lead to different conclusions. In choosing and articulating viewpoints, we provide a range of perspectives.

Every guide has an appendix of editorial choices. It explains how we framed the issue, what we intentionally left out, and any other notable choices, all with our reasons why.

Review

Every guide is written and reviewed by people whose primary focus is accuracy, fairness, and clarity. Reviewers check that arguments are represented in their strongest forms, that viewpoints represent a range of perspectives, that factual claims are supported by reliable sources, and that phrasing or omissions do not unfairly advantage either side.

To further check fairness, tone, and balance, reviewers use multiple AI tools. We choose tools with different tendencies, which helps check both us and them. The purpose is to inform, not replace, reviewers’ judgment.

For further details on the characteristics and principles we review for, see How Fairmind Guides Work.

Public Input

We welcome input from the public to help us improve our guides. If you have input, please contact us.