fact-check

Verify factual claims in PR copy using lateral reading and source-tier climbing.

626|45|Updated May 19, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/elvisun/newsjack --skill fact-check-elvisun
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: fact-check
Source: https://github.com/elvisun/newsjack/tree/main/skills/fact-check
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/elvisun/newsjack --skill fact-check-elvisun

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill verifies factual claims in PR copy, ensuring accuracy and credibility before drafts are sent out.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Factual Claim Verification: Checks each claim for independent evidence, citations, and accuracy.
  • Claim Extraction: Identifies and extracts all factual claims from provided text.
  • Verification Methods: Applies a suite of verification methods including lateral reading, source-tier climbing, provenance checking, triangulation, and calibrated rating.
  • Use Case: Before sending a press release, use this Skill to verify the accuracy of key facts and statistics, ensuring the draft is safe and credible.

Quick Start

Run the fact-check skill on the press release draft 'press-release-january-2023.md'.

Frequently Asked Questions about fact-check

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I verify factual claims in a press release draft?

Fact-checking PR copy involves extracting factual claims and applying verification methods like lateral reading, source-tier climbing, and triangulation to ensure PR copy accuracy before release.

What is lateral reading for claim verification?

Lateral reading for claim verification is a method that evaluates claims by consulting multiple independent external sources rather than relying solely on the provided PR text, ensuring robust factual accuracy.

Does PR copy fact-checking require access to external sources?

Yes, verifying factual accuracy in PR copy requires access to external sources and verification tools to independently confirm evidence, citations, and provenance for extracted claims.

How do I extract factual claims from marketing communications?

Extracting factual claims from marketing communications involves identifying and isolating specific verifiable statements, statistics, and assertions from the text to prepare them for targeted accuracy verification.

What is the best way to ensure factual accuracy before sending a press release?

The best way to ensure PR copy factual accuracy before sending a press release is to apply calibrated rating and provenance checking to extracted claims, guaranteeing the draft is safe and credible.