Afghanistan Quote by Dean Baquet
“My job is to cover the hell out of the story, very aggressively. The real place to be courageous if you're a news organization is where you put your people to cover the story. It's making sure that you have people going to Baghdad. It's making sure that you figure out how to cover the war in Afghanistan. While the journalist in me completely stands with them, the editor of the New York Times in me thinks my job is to figure out what the hell happened and cover the hell out of it, and that's more important than some symbolic drawing on the front page.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on Journalistic Courage, New York Times, 2020
Journalists must confront danger directly to uncover truth, prioritizing thorough coverage over symbolic gestures.
In simple terms: Report from the front lines, not just headlines.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize on‑the‑ground reporting.
Themes
courage
journalism
truth
ethics
Mood
urgent
determined
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- war zones
- investigative pieces
- editorial meetings
Key Concepts
risk management
media responsibility
war reporting
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks are justified for truth?
- How can newsrooms balance safety and depth?
A Different Perspective
Physical safety and resource limits can hinder coverage.
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