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“It's harder and harder for journalists to get out in the field and interview Iraqis. The Web can get these voices out easily and cheaply.” quote by Rebecca MacKinnon
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“It's harder and harder for journalists to get out in the field and interview Iraqis. The Web can get these voices out easily and cheaply.”

Rebecca MacKinnon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She observes that field reporting in Iraq is increasingly difficult, while the web offers cheap, easy voice dissemination.

In simple terms: Web amplifies distant voices cheaply.

Key Takeaway

Leverage digital platforms.

Themes

media technology freedom of speech

Mood

concerned hopeful

Type

journalistic activist

When to use this quote

  • humanitarian reporting
  • online activism
  • crowdsourced news
  • media training

Key Concepts

digital journalism information equity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you amplify unheard voices?
  • What are the risks of online reporting?
A Different Perspective

Digital access may be limited in some regions.

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