Accused Quote by Peter King
“I've been accused over the years of being close to players, but if something needs to be written, I've tried my best to write it and write it in a way that is fair to whoever I'm writing about and is fair to all of my readers.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sports Illustrated, 2015
Fairness in writing demands balanced portrayal of all parties involved.
In simple terms: Write fairly about everyone.
Key Takeaway
Seek multiple perspectives before publishing.
Themes
journalism
fairness
integrity
Mood
thoughtful
responsible
Type
journalistic
reflective
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- biographies
- feature articles
Key Concepts
ethics
bias mitigation
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify fairness?
- What checks prevent unintentional bias?
A Different Perspective
Bias can slip in despite best efforts.
