Change Quote by Cathy Newman
“The Telegraph changed the political climate by reporting on the expenses scandal. The Guardian changed the media world by reporting on phone hacking. And I like to think Channel 4 News has wrought change too - from Iraq, to Syria, to Sri Lanka, to the U.K.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion column, The Telegraph, 2016
Media outlets can shift politics and society by exposing scandals and influencing public discourse.
In simple terms: Media can drive political and social change through reporting.
Support investigative journalism for accountability.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- policy debates
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media shape public perception?
- What responsibilities do journalists have?
Media bias can distort truth.