Verify More is a 501(c)3 public charity that believes an informed public and accurate media play a vital role in elections.
Founded in 2013, the Verify More movement was started by former politician David Doud, who twice ran against opponents who were endorsed by the Seattle Times (James Whitfield and Rob Holland) despite hiding embarrassing information from both the editorial board and voters.
Frequently Asked Questions
In 2016, print and digital circulation of newspapers fell by 8 percent from the previous year, marking the 28th consecutive year of declines, according to Pew Research Center. Newspaper advertising revenues dropped by 10 percent from 2016 to 2015. This year, several outlets announced layoffs. In June, Time Inc. said it would cut about 300 jobs and The Huffington Post announced 39 layoffs. The New York Times said in March it was offering buyouts and potentially laying off people in an effort to reduce editing staff and add more reporters.
The bipartisan board is composed of veterans of different political battles who have witnessed countless endorsements awarded without proper vetting by news organization big and small. To date, we have been supported by individuals and political action committees seeking to improve the transparency of their endorsement process for their members.
Board of Directors
The bipartisan board is composed of veterans of different political battles who have witnessed countless endorsements awarded without proper vetting by news organization big and small. To date, we have been supported by individuals and organizations seeking to protect their endorsement process.

Ron Dotzauer
Founder/CEO
Strategies 360

David Doud
Founder/Executive Director
Verify More

Alex Hays
Principal
AB HAYS

EJ Jaurez
Government Relations Manager
Seattle Public Library

Matthew Lundh
Cofounder
Sermo Digital

Sean Martin
External Affairs Director
Rental Housing Association of Washington

Ross McIvor, CPA
Bauer Evans

Jason Mercier
Director of Government Reform
Washington Policy Center
