Everybody Quote by Lawrence Wright
“Journalism is a flawed profession, but it has a self-correcting mechanism. The rule of journalism is: talk to everybody.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Rise of Journalism, 2020
Acknowledges journalism’s flaws but highlights its self‑correcting nature and the principle of inclusive inquiry.
In simple terms: Journalism is imperfect but self‑correcting.
Key Takeaway
Seek diverse sources and hold media accountable.
Themes
media
truth
accountability
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
ethical
educational
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- academic research
- policy analysis
- media literacy programs
Key Concepts
journalistic ethics
information flow
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we accelerate journalistic self‑correction?
- What responsibilities do journalists have to all voices?
A Different Perspective
Self‑correction can be slow, allowing misinformation to spread.
