Common Quote by Andrew Ferguson
“Incoherence is a common hazard for journalists who dabble in ethical judgments.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Journalism ethics, 2015 magazine
Journalists risk losing clarity when mixing reporting with moral judgments, leading to incoherence.
In simple terms: Mixing facts with ethics can cause confusion.
Separate facts from moral commentary.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- opinion pieces
- editorial decisions
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can journalists maintain coherence?
- Should ethics be part of reporting?
Some audiences expect moral context in news.