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“Even in private e-mail groups, it is journalists who seem outraged, anguished and disheartened at what has been described as the 'prostitution' of news; the reader response is always lukewarm.” quote by Sucheta Dalal
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“Even in private e-mail groups, it is journalists who seem outraged, anguished and disheartened at what has been described as the 'prostitution' of news; the reader response is always lukewarm.”

Sucheta Dalal

About This Quote

Source Interview: Media Ethics Discussion, 2020

Journalists feel distressed about perceived degradation of news, while audiences remain indifferent.

In simple terms: Journalists upset, readers indifferent.

Key Takeaway

Address quality and relevance of journalism.

Themes

journalism public trust media ethics

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

critical observational

When to use this quote

  • newsrooms
  • media literacy programs

Key Concepts

news quality audience engagement professional burnout

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives journalist outrage?
  • How can readers be re-engaged?
A Different Perspective

Audience apathy may limit impact of reform.

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