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Be careful Quote by Katharine Graham

“I mean, I think everybody in the world, all the young people in the world, went to journalism school and wanted to investigate everything. And I think they overdid it. I think that you have to investigate things, you have to e skeptical, but you shouldn't be vengeful. You have to be fair and you…” quote by Katharine Graham
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“I mean, I think everybody in the world, all the young people in the world, went to journalism school and wanted to investigate everything. And I think they overdid it. I think that you have to investigate things, you have to e skeptical, but you shouldn't be vengeful. You have to be fair and you have to be careful.”

Katharine Graham

About This Quote

Source Interview: “The Power of Journalism” with Katharine Graham, 1995

Journalists must be skeptical and fair, avoiding vengeance while remaining careful.

In simple terms: Journalists need skepticism, fairness, and caution, not revenge.

Key Takeaway

Practice balanced, ethical reporting.

Themes

journalism ethics skepticism

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

professional educational

When to use this quote

  • investigative reporting
  • media criticism
  • newsrooms
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

media studies integrity public trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance skepticism with fairness?
  • When does caution become complacency?
A Different Perspective

Over‑skepticism can erode trust.

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