Giving Quote by Christiane Amanpour
“Objectivity doesn't mean treating all sides equally. It means giving each side a hearing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Media Ethics Discussion, 2018
Objectivity means hearing each side, not giving them equal weight; it’s about fair consideration.
In simple terms: Objectivity is about listening, not equal weighting.
Practice fair listening to all viewpoints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- debate moderation
- public discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure fairness without false equivalence?
- When should a voice be given more weight?
Equal treatment can be mistaken for false balance.