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“I know real people, whose names I could tell you, people I know who have said 'I've stopped buying the New York Times.' Why? Because their editorial position has filtered, has leached into the news pages.” quote by Bernard Goldberg
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“I know real people, whose names I could tell you, people I know who have said 'I've stopped buying the New York Times.' Why? Because their editorial position has filtered, has leached into the news pages.”

Bernard Goldberg

About This Quote

Source Interview: Media commentary, 2009

News outlets often let editorial bias seep into reporting, compromising objectivity.

In simple terms: Bias can corrupt news.

Key Takeaway

Demand transparent, unbiased reporting.

Themes

media bias journalism integrity

Mood

critical concerned

Type

journalistic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • reading news
  • media literacy
  • editorial policy
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

news ethics information flow

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can readers identify bias?
  • What responsibilities do journalists have?
A Different Perspective

Complete objectivity may be unattainable.

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