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“Journalists are divided into two groups: those who live by ethics, and those who don't.” quote by Manfred Gerstenfeld
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“Journalists are divided into two groups: those who live by ethics, and those who don't.”

Manfred Gerstenfeld

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Source Interview: Media Ethics Discussion, 2005, null

Journalists fall into two camps: those guided by ethics and those who ignore them.

In simple terms: Journalists are either ethical or not.

Key Takeaway

Uphold ethical standards in reporting.

Themes

journalism ethics integrity media

Mood

critical reflective

Type

ethical professional

When to use this quote

  • newsrooms
  • press releases
  • social media
  • investigative reporting

Key Concepts

professionalism bias public trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • What pressures cause ethical lapses?
  • How can newsrooms enforce ethics?
A Different Perspective

Ethical lines can be blurry in high‑pressure situations.

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