Character Quote by Marguerite Duras
“Journalism without a moral position is impossible. Every journalist is a moralist. It's absolutely unavoidable.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Marguerite Duras on Journalism, 1975
Journalism inherently carries moral judgments; reporting cannot be value‑free.
In simple terms: Journalism is always a moral act.
Embrace ethical responsibility in reporting.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- investigative reporting
- public policy debates
- media criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance truth‑telling with personal bias?
- Can journalism be truly impartial?
Objectivity is still a goal, though pure neutrality may be unattainable.