The Words Record
Documenting public statements with verified sources
Accurate documentation begins with verified records
The Words Record is a verified archive of public statements made by public figures, organisations, and institutions. Accurate documentation requires verified records.
The archive provides a reference source for what was said, by whom, when, and in what context. Every statement is sourced and cited using structured source citations.
Current Archive Statistics
Live counts from the database, updated hourly. All records are sourced and verified before publication.
What guides our work
Accuracy
Every statement is verified against primary sources. We cite our sources using academic standards and maintain archives for long-term verification.
Verified SourcesNeutrality
We document statements without editorial commentary. Our role is to preserve the record, not to interpret it.
No Editorial BiasTransparency
All our sources are publicly accessible. We show our methodology and make our verification process clear to all users.
Open MethodologyPreservation
We archive sources to ensure that statements remain verifiable even if original sources are removed or altered.
Archived RecordsWhat We Document
Public Statements
Speeches, interviews, social media posts, and official announcements by public figures.
Responses & Reactions
How individuals and organizations respond to events and allegations.
Cases & Events
Documented timelines of significant events with all related statements.
Sources & Citations
Bibliography of source materials with archive snapshots.
Our Standards
How We Work
Collection
We monitor public statements from credible news sources, official channels, and verified social media accounts.
Verification
Each statement is cross-referenced with primary sources. We verify dates, context, and attribution.
Documentation
Statements are documented with full source citations, context, and relevant background information.
Archival
All sources are archived using web archiving services to ensure long-term availability and verification.
Get In Touch
We welcome corrections, additional sources, and feedback. If you have verified information that should be added to our database, please contact us.