Awards Quote by Seymour Hersh
“Journalism is a great profession. It's complicated now. People talk about the demise of investigative reporting. I was a judge in some award contest recently, and the stuff that is being done by major newspapers, and local, regional papers around the country, is great. Newspapers play an amazing role in our society, and I still think they are important. I'm sorry newspaper circulation is down. Ultimately, the importance of newspapers can't be replaced.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Panel discussion on journalism, 2019
Newspapers remain vital for democracy despite financial challenges, offering investigative depth and community trust.
In simple terms: Newspapers are essential for informed society.
Key Takeaway
Support and protect local journalism.
Themes
journalism
democracy
trust
investigation
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
advocacy
educational
When to use this quote
- voting
- community meetings
- media literacy programs
- advocacy campaigns
Key Concepts
media ethics
public sphere
information integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- What can readers do to sustain quality journalism?
- How might newspapers adapt to digital trends?
A Different Perspective
Digital media may outpace traditional papers, limiting reach.
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