Climate Quote by Ross Gelbspan
“Not only do journalists not have a responsibility to report what skeptical scientists have to say about global warming. They have a responsibility not to report what these scientists say.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The New York Times, “The Climate Change Media Gap”, 2019
Journalists should avoid giving a platform to scientists who deny climate change, as it misleads the public.
In simple terms: Don’t amplify climate denial.
Key Takeaway
Report facts, not false balance.
Themes
media ethics
climate change
responsibility
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
ethical
informative
When to use this quote
- news reporting
- environmental advocacy
- public education
Key Concepts
journalism
science communication
misinformation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can reporters verify scientific consensus?
- What standards should guide climate reporting?
A Different Perspective
Balancing coverage can be seen as giving legitimacy to fringe views.
