Books Quote by Dick Durbin
“A journalist gathers information for a media outlet that disseminates the information through a broadly defined 'medium' - including newspaper, nonfiction book, wire service, magazine, news Web site, television, radio or motion picture - for public use. This broad definition covers every form of legitimate journalism.”
About This Quote
Source Policy Document: Definition of Journalism, US Congressional Record, 2015
Journalism includes any medium that gathers and shares news for the public, from print to digital and broadcast.
In simple terms: All news platforms count as journalism.
Key Takeaway
Recognize diverse media as legitimate news sources.
Themes
media
information
public discourse
journalism
law
Mood
informative
thoughtful
Type
explanatory
educational
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- online platforms
- broadcast stations
- academic research
Key Concepts
definition
media landscape
public service
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do new media have?
- How can we protect journalistic integrity across platforms?
A Different Perspective
Broad definitions may blur lines between journalism and propaganda.
