Editorial Standards
Clear arguments Accountable publishing
These standards describe the approach Republic intends to apply to content published under its name. They should make it easier for readers to understand what a publication claims, how it supports those claims, and whose views it represents.
Identify the type of publication
Perspectives present an argument or opinion. Explainers describe an issue, institution, or process. Research publications and policy briefs identify their question, evidence, method where applicable, and limitations. Event summaries describe what took place without implying that every participant endorsed a shared conclusion.
Support factual claims
Authors should use identifiable sources and favor original evidence where appropriate. Statistics, quotations, and consequential factual claims should be traceable. Estimates and assumptions should be labeled rather than presented as observed facts.
Distinguish views and findings
A recommendation is not a research finding. A contributor's interpretation is not automatically an institutional position. Republic will identify organizational statements and label other authorship clearly.
Be transparent about relevant relationships
Material relationships, funding, and conflicts relevant to a publication should be disclosed. A named sponsor or partner should not be presented as an endorsement of every conclusion unless that endorsement has been expressly agreed.
Correct significant errors
Substantive factual corrections should be noted on the affected publication with the date and nature of the correction. Minor spelling or formatting changes need not be treated as substantive corrections. Readers can report concerns through the correction request option on the contact form.
Use technology responsibly
People remain responsible for the accuracy, originality, and judgment of material published by Republic. AI-assisted work should be reviewed, verified, and disclosed when its use materially affects how readers should understand the content or method.
Protect rights and confidentiality
Contributors must have permission to share submitted material. Republic does not invite confidential case records, personal allegations about private individuals, or material whose publication would violate the rights of others.
Propose a contribution
Send a concise outline before submitting a full manuscript. Editorial acceptance, publication terms, attribution, and any compensation must be agreed separately.