Away Quote by Leslie Cockburn
“When you do a piece of journalism, you may have to cut away 95 percent of what you are experiencing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Journalism Workshop, 2018
Journalists must discard most of their experience to present a concise story.
In simple terms: Trim details for clear reporting.
Prioritize essential facts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news articles
- documentary editing
- reporting deadlines
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What details are essential vs. extraneous?
- How does editing shape truth?
Risk of losing nuance and depth.