Agenda Quote by Shepard Smith
“Everybody comes to the journalist with an agenda.”
About This Quote
Points out that journalists often have hidden motives influencing their reporting.
In simple terms: Journalists may have hidden agendas.
Critically evaluate news sources.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- political reporting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you detect bias?
- What responsibilities do journalists have?
Not all journalists have agendas; some strive for objectivity.