Skip to content

Discworld Quote by Terry Pratchett

“I'm sure it's all journalism [...] It means it's true enough for now.” quote by Terry Pratchett
Download Open image
““I'm sure it's all journalism [...] It means it's true enough for now.””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Interview: Terry Pratchett on journalism, 2000s

The quote suggests that journalism, while not perfect, provides a provisional truth that is acceptable for the time being.

In simple terms: Journalism offers a temporary, workable truth.

Key Takeaway

Accept provisional truths but seek deeper verification.

Themes

media truth provisional skepticism

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

observational analytical

When to use this quote

  • news consumption
  • media literacy
  • critical thinking

Key Concepts

epistemology public discourse

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify information beyond headlines?
  • When is provisional truth sufficient?
A Different Perspective

Journalism can be biased or incomplete.

4.5 out of 5 (9 ratings)

More by Terry Pratchett

Explore all 3,330 Terry Pratchett quotes

More Discworld quotes

Browse all 179 Discworld quotes