Covered Quote by Jim Lehrer
“Most of the stories I have covered in 45 years have been gray stories.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 45 Years of Reporting, Jim Lehrer, 2005
Decades of journalism often involve covering mundane, uneventful topics.
In simple terms: Many news pieces are ordinary.
Find meaning in everyday stories.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- daily news
- local events
- human interest pieces
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you highlight significance in routine?
- What makes a story worth reporting?
Focusing on gray stories may overlook impactful events.