Expression Quote by Neil Macdonald
“Call me radical, but I've always thought there are at least two subjects on which journalists are absolutely entitled to express public opinions: freedom of expression, and attacks on journalists.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Media Ethics, The Globe and Mail, 2015
Journalists must freely discuss free speech and attacks on their profession.
In simple terms: Press should talk about free speech and threats.
Key Takeaway
Defend both free expression and journalist safety.
Themes
freedom of press
journalist rights
public discourse
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
journalistic
political
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- policy debates
- public forums
Key Concepts
ethics
political commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How can journalists critique attacks without compromising objectivity?
- What limits should exist on speech about journalism?
A Different Perspective
Balancing critique of free speech with responsible reporting is tough.
