Journalism Quote by Dan Rather
““Simply put, we have more people talking about news and less original reporting. Whether on television or online, there is no shortage of analysis. But analysis is only as good as the information that supports it. The deep cuts to newsrooms in print and electronic media have resulted in far fewer reporters waking up each morning deciding what story they will chase. There is less investigative reporting …””
About This Quote
Source Interview: 60 Minutes, CBS, 2015
Media focuses on commentary rather than original reporting, weakening information quality.
In simple terms: Too much analysis, not enough original news.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize investigative journalism.
Themes
media
journalism
information
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- online platforms
- political coverage
Key Concepts
news economics
media bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What can audiences do to support original reporting?
- How does analysis without data mislead?
A Different Perspective
Economic pressures limit resources for deep reporting.
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