All time Quote by John Boyle O'Reilly
“For all time to come, the freedom and purity of the press are the test of national virtue and independence. No writer for the press, however humble, is free from the burden of keeping his purpose high and his integrity white.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Press Freedom, 1880s
Press freedom and integrity are essential to a nation's virtue; every writer must uphold high purpose and honesty.
In simple terms: Free, honest press defines national virtue.
Key Takeaway
Uphold integrity in journalism.
Themes
press freedom
national virtue
integrity
Mood
serious
inspirational
Type
political
ethical
When to use this quote
- media
- government
- public discourse
- education
Key Concepts
responsibility
ethical standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How can writers stay honest under pressure?
- What safeguards protect press freedom?
A Different Perspective
Press may be censored; pressures exist.
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