Children Quote by KRS-One
“I think that all journalists, specifically print journalists, have a responsibility to educate the public. When you handle a culture's intellectual property, like journalists do, you have a responsibility not to tear it down, but to raise it up. The depiction of rap and of hip-hop culture in the media is one that needs more of a responsible approach from journalists. We need more 30-year-old journalists. We need more journalists who have children, who have families and wives or husbands, those kinds of journalists. And then you'll get a different depiction of hip-hop and rap music.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Hip Hop Culture and Media Responsibility, 2015
Journalists should educate, preserve, and uplift cultural narratives rather than diminish them, especially in hip‑hop coverage.
In simple terms: Journalists must protect and promote culture.
Key Takeaway
Foster responsible, family‑oriented journalism.
Themes
responsibility
culture
media
hiphop
education
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
ethical
commentary
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- hiphop reporting
- media training
- family‑friendly hiring
- editorial guidelines
Key Concepts
journalism ethics
cultural stewardship
public trust
Questions to Reflect On
- How can media outlets ensure cultural respect without censorship?
- What hiring practices promote diverse perspectives?
A Different Perspective
Balancing freedom of press with cultural sensitivity can be contentious.
