Addition Quote by John Pomfret
“I think some of the best reporters are the ones who can really illustrate the differences between societies, at the same time trying to connect the fact that there are a lot of shared values in addition to those differences.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Wall Street Journal, 2010
Top reporters highlight societal differences while also showing shared values, bridging divides.
In simple terms: Reporters reveal both differences and commonalities.
Seek common ground amid differences.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- international relations
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can media balance contrast and unity?
- What stories best illustrate shared human values?
Focusing on differences may reinforce division.