Cases Quote by Mariane Pearl
“In 2014, impunity in journalism murder cases reached a staggering 96 percent and the remaining 4 percent obtained only partial justice, we have become targets. Insurgent groups no longer use reporters to transmit news, but instead kidnap them to make news. They treat us as enemy combatants and spies. This is our everyday reality.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Threat to Journalists, 2015
Journalists are increasingly targeted as enemies, with kidnappings and murders used to create news, making reporting a dangerous daily reality.
In simple terms: Reporters face lethal threats.
Key Takeaway
Support press freedom and safety.
Themes
journalism
human rights
danger
Mood
urgent
somber
Type
advocacy
informative
When to use this quote
- war zones
- investigative reporting
- online journalism
- humanitarian crises
Key Concepts
impunity
media suppression
ethical reporting
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you help protect journalists?
- What responsibilities do news consumers have?
A Different Perspective
Some regions offer better protections; not all threats are equal.
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