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“A journalist covering politics, most of us are aware of the necessity to try to be sure we're unbiased in our reporting. That's one of the fundamentals of good journalism.” quote by Walter Cronkite
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“A journalist covering politics, most of us are aware of the necessity to try to be sure we're unbiased in our reporting. That's one of the fundamentals of good journalism.”

Walter Cronkite

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Source Speech: 1971, "The Role of Objectivity in Journalism", American Press Association

He emphasizes the importance of striving for unbiased reporting as a core principle of journalism.

In simple terms: Journalists should aim to be neutral.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize fairness in reporting.

Themes

ethics objectivity integrity

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

educational professional

When to use this quote

  • newsrooms
  • political coverage
  • investigative reports

Key Concepts

Bias awareness journalistic standards

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can bias be minimized?
  • What safeguards ensure fair reporting?
A Different Perspective

Complete objectivity may be impossible.

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