Hard Quote by Seymour Hersh
“I say to people, 'Do you have any idea how hard it is to do that, to write 7,000 words in 10 hours or 12 hours for the front page of the 'New York Times' and to know that they trust you so much that that it's going to lead the paper?' It's hard. I mean, it's a feat.”
About This Quote
Writing a massive article quickly is extremely demanding, yet journalists are trusted to deliver it.
In simple terms: Writing long pieces fast is hard but trusted.
Key Takeaway
Respect the pressure and trust.
Themes
journalism
deadline
trust
Mood
determined
serious
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- front‑page reporting
- tight deadlines
- newsroom stress
Key Concepts
high‑pressure writing
news production
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance speed and quality?
- What supports you under tight deadlines?
A Different Perspective
The speed may compromise depth.
