Answer Quote by Mike Wallace
“I'm a reporter; you can't subpoena people to talk to you. If you write to them and try to call them on the phone and they don't answer or so forth, then take them unawares.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 60 Minutes, CBS, 1970s
Reporters must pursue stories directly, even when sources avoid them, to uncover truth.
In simple terms: Journalists need to be proactive and persistent.
Be bold and seek answers.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news gathering
- legal interviews
- press freedom
- holding power accountable
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance persistence with respect for privacy?
- When is it acceptable to use covert tactics?
Legal constraints can limit access to information.