Gossip Quote by Edward Eggleston
“Journalism is organized gossip.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The American Spectator, 1900
Gossip becomes structured when it follows journalistic standards, turning rumors into reported facts.
In simple terms: Organized gossip is journalism.
Recognize bias in news.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- social media
- political reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does structure affect credibility?
- What responsibilities do journalists have?
Gossip can still distort truth despite organization.