A Miner Detail’s Mission
A Miner Detail’s mission is to inform and equip readers with factual information about Maryland politics, current events, and state government, including its leaders at the local, state, and federal levels.
A Miner Detail generates, acquires, and disseminates Maryland political news that strives to meet the highest standards.
Standards & Ethics
A Miner Detail is an independent, nonpartisan multimedia news outlet that distributes, disseminates, and publishes newsworthy stories.
A Miner Detail strives for balance, fairness, accuracy, and transparency in all of its work.
Newsgathering Methods
A Miner Detail pursues the truth without fear or favor, verifying facts before publication.
We responsibly gather news and share fact-based opinions.
A Miner Detail verifies and vets its sources and ensures that its motivations are ethical and conflict-free.
Individuals and organizations referenced in our reporting are given a reasonable opportunity to respond before publication.
Source Protection
A Miner Detail protects the identity of confidential sources.
We do not reveal the sources of those granted anonymity, regardless of external pressure.
Disclosures
Personal and professional interests may sometimes conflict.
A Miner Detail pledges to disclose relationships or any underlying ethical concerns or connections to individuals and groups related to the story by providing a disclaimer within the published content.
Opinion & Reporting
A Miner Detail publishes both political commentary and news reporting on Maryland politics.
News reporting is held to strict verification standards. Opinion pieces reflect the author’s analysis and are clearly labeled as commentary.
Accountability & Corrections
A Miner Detail is accountable to its readers; the site’s editor accepts responsibility for all published reports.
A Miner Detail does not hesitate to disclose its newsgathering methods.
When we make errors, we correct them promptly and prominently. All corrections are clearly noted within the content.
Please contact Ryan Miner at Ryan@AMinerDetail.com if you discover an error on the site.
Ownership & Funding
Ryan Miner owns A Miner Detail.
A Miner Detail’s funding is primarily from small donations.
A Miner Detail does not accept or receive funding from political candidates, political action committees (PACs), lobbyists, or other political brokers.
Updated: Sunday, January 18, 2026