The Midterm How to report an error
Email zhaoq8778@gmail.com with "Correction" in the subject line. Include the page URL, the sentence or table at issue, what you believe is wrong, and a source we can check.
What we correct
We correct factual errors: wrong names, titles, dates, vote counts, poll numbers, quotations, captions, headlines, and broken links. We also correct mislabeled pages. We do not change a page because a reader disagrees with an opinion. When a claim is disputed rather than wrong, we add context and attribution instead of deleting it.
How we label corrections
- Correction — a factual error that changed the meaning of a sentence, table, or headline.
- Clarification — the original was accurate but could be misread.
- Update — new information, such as a new poll or a court ruling, that is not an error.
Corrections appear in a dated note on the page. We do not silently rewrite a story, and when practical we preserve the original wording so readers can see what was wrong.
Response timeline
We aim to acknowledge a correction request within two business days. Simple fixes are usually made within two business days of verification; complex ones may take up to five. If we need more time, we tell you.
If you disagree with the outcome
Reply to the same email thread and ask for a review. A second editor will look at the request and the sources. Our editorial policy explains the standards we apply, and our fact-check policy explains how we verify claims. You can also use our contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I report an error?
Email zhaoq8778@gmail.com with "Correction," the page URL, and a source.
Do you delete incorrect articles?
We correct them and keep a public note. We remove content only for legal or safety reasons.
What is a clarification?
A note explaining wording that was accurate but easy to misread.
How fast will you respond?
We aim to acknowledge within two business days and resolve simple corrections in the same window.
Sources
- AP News Values and Principles — corrections standards. Accessed October 28, 2026.
- SPJ Code of Ethics — accountability and transparency. Accessed October 28, 2026.
- Poynter Institute — corrections and credibility research. Accessed October 28, 2026.