Best Quote by Jim Lehrer
“Best I can do for them is to give them every piece of information I can find and let them make the judgments. That's just my basic view of my function as a journalist.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: PBS NewsHour, Jim Lehrer, 1999
A journalist’s duty is to provide complete information so others can decide for themselves.
In simple terms: Give all facts, let others decide.
Provide full info, stay neutral.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- policy analysis
- public debates
- media literacy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure neutrality?
- What info is essential for informed judgment?
Bias can still shape perception despite full data.