Research & Journalism

"The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them." - Ida B. Wells, journalist, educator, and anti-lynching activist.

EVERYONE is a Journalist...

Research and independent journalism are crucial to ending corruption and restoring justice in Oklahoma. Exposing unethical behavior, holding powerful individuals and institutions accountable, and informing the public about issues that may otherwise remain hidden is paramount.

Independent journalists and researchers often investigate and document corruption via Open Record Requests.

By operating outside of corporate or governmental influence, they ensure transparency and amplify voices of those affected by corruption and empower communities to demand justice and accountability.

In today’s digital age, everyone is a journalist in some way, either by sharing information, documenting events, or amplifying voices through tools like smartphones and social media. Everyday individuals can capture moments of importance—such as acts of injustice, community stories, or local events—and share them with a global audience, much like traditional journalists.

By reporting what you see, expressing informed opinions, and promoting awareness of critical issues, we all contribute to a collective flow of information. This democratization of journalism allows diverse perspectives to surface, holds institutions accountable, and fosters transparency in ways that were once limited and censored by legacy media organizations.

Become a Citizen Reporter TODAY...

Tools for "Cop Watching" and/or "1st Amendment Auditing"...

Citizen Reporters [also known as Cop Watchers] are typically autonomous and focused in local areas to observe and document police activity while looking for signs of police misconduct and police brutality.

For those looking to publish their work in such a way that fosters accountability in addition to YouTube views, they can contact the Brady List platform and sign up for a Citizen Reporter account.

This addition to the 1st Amendment Auditors' toolkit allows for evidentiary preservation and indexing that is designed to meet brady disclosure requirements and ease record admissibility for victims of police misconduct.

This is not a replacement for YouTube distribution, it is an indexing tool designed to integrate seamlessly with the YouTube platform for additional preservation & distribution.

Tools for ALL Kinda of Citizen Journalism...

Substack empowers anyone to become a journalist by providing an accessible platform to write, publish, and distribute their own stories, analyses, or reports directly to an audience. With its user-friendly interface, individuals can share insights on topics they’re passionate about, whether it’s investigative reporting, commentary, or personal storytelling. The subscription model also allows writers to build a community of readers and even earn income, making independent journalism activism sustainable.

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Check Out What other Citizen Journalists have Published...

Explore these featured Substacks for insightful journalism, fresh perspectives, and in-depth stories you won’t want to miss. Click an image to dive in!

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"It’s the little things citizens do. That’s what will make the difference." - Wangari Maathai, Kenyan environmental activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate.

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