Last updated September 21, 2026.
The American Quorum is an independent digital news publication operated by 1693 Scholars, LLC. We publish national news, analysis, and perspective for readers who value facts over noise, context over outrage, and a clear distinction between reporting and opinion.
Editorial leadership
Kenneth R. Deans Jr., DHA
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Kenneth R. Deans Jr., DHA, directs The American Quorum's editorial standards, coverage priorities, corrections process, and publication systems. He brings more than 30 years of leadership experience across healthcare, technology, and education to the publication's work.
Articles for which Kenneth is the responsible author or editor carry his named byline. His author page lists his published work.
About the News Desk byline
News Desk is The American Quorum's institutional newsroom byline. It is not the name of a fictional person. It is used for routine news reports produced through TAQ's documented editorial workflow, including AI-assisted research and drafting, source verification, controlled publishing safeguards, and human editorial oversight.
The News Desk workflow requires at least two independent, credible sources for factual reporting unless a story transparently identifies a single authoritative primary source and explains that limitation. Read the full Editorial Standards and AI Use Policy.
Ownership and funding
The American Quorum is operated by 1693 Scholars, LLC, doing business as The American Quorum. Kenneth R. Deans Jr. is the publication's founder and Editor-in-Chief.
TAQ may be supported by memberships, subscriptions, voluntary reader contributions, advertising or sponsorships when offered, and other lawful business revenue. Financial support does not purchase favorable coverage, suppress warranted reporting, or give a sponsor control over editorial conclusions. Paid or sponsored material must be clearly labeled and kept distinct from independent editorial work.
Accountability
Questions about editorial practices or correction requests may be sent to TAQ@TheAmericanQuorum.com.