“The true definition of a democracy is the freedom to say what you like and to be heard by those who care to listen.”
“A newspaper’s strength lies in its ability to question and investigate.”
“A good story is one that resonates with people on a personal level.”
“The best journalism comes from a place of genuine interest in the subject.”
“The difference between a good reporter and a bad one is the ability to see beyond the obvious.”
“The most powerful journalism is that which drives change.”
“The essence of journalism is to question and explore.”
“The role of the press is to serve as a watchdog over those in power.”
“A good journalist must be both curious and skeptical.”
“The best journalism is that which makes people see the world in a new way.”
“The best journalism is that which engages the reader and sparks curiosity.”
“A newspaper should strive to be both informative and thought-provoking.”
“Journalism is the art of capturing people who are pretending to be something they are not.”
“A newspaper is only as good as its reporters.”
“The press is a reflection of society, for better or for worse.”
“The most memorable stories are those that uncover deep truths.”
“The most memorable stories are often those that are the most human.”
“A newspaper’s duty is to serve the public, not to pander to it.”
“To be a good journalist, you need to be a good listener.”
“The public’s right to know is an empty phrase if they don’t have the ability to understand it.”
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“The role of journalism is to provide a voice to the voiceless.”
“A good journalist must be both persistent and patient.”
“Journalism is the study of the human condition as seen through the lens of current events.”
“The only thing that is constant is change, and the only thing that stays the same is the press.”
“The best journalism is that which reflects the diversity of voices.”
“The press has a responsibility to be truthful, but it also has the right to be wrong.”
“The press has a responsibility to be fair, but it also has a right to be provocative.”
“A newspaper’s job is to make sense of the complex world.”
“The best stories are those that make people feel something.”
“The art of journalism is to take what is known and make it interesting.”
“The most engaging stories are those that connect with readers on an emotional level.”
“The most effective journalists are those who can balance objectivity with empathy.”
“The essence of good journalism is to inform, not to entertain.”
“In journalism, context is as important as content.”
“The role of the press is to challenge power, not to serve it.”
“The best journalism is that which makes people think deeply.”
“The role of the press is to be a catalyst for change.”
“The best journalism is that which reflects the diversity of human experience.”
“The best stories are those that reveal the truth behind the headlines.”
“The only thing that keeps a newspaper from being a lie is the editor.”
“Nothing is more beautiful than the sight of a crowded room filled with people who want to hear what you have to say.”
“The most valuable asset in journalism is a keen sense of curiosity.”
“The journalist’s duty is to report what he knows, not what he thinks.”
“The secret of success in journalism is to keep on writing even when you’re not in the mood.”
“The essence of journalism is to capture the truth of the moment.”
“The most important attribute of a journalist is integrity.”
“The best way to keep a secret is to tell no one.”
“The essence of good reporting is the ability to ask questions that others don’t.”
“The most impactful stories are those that highlight the human condition.”
“The most important thing in journalism is to be curious.”
A. J. Liebling Quotes
“Freedom of the press is limited to those who own one.”
“A newspaper is a device for making the reading public feel that it knows what’s going on in the world.”
“A newspaper is a reflection of the society it serves.”
“A newspaper is a record of its time and its people.”
“A newspaper’s job is to make sense of the world for its readers.”
“A journalist’s role is to be a watchdog, not a lapdog.”
“The press is like the weather. You have to take it in stride.”
“The essence of good reporting is to uncover what others miss.”
“A good reporter must be able to separate fact from opinion.”
“A good story is one that makes people think, not just one that entertains them.”
“The role of the journalist is to make the complex accessible.”
“Journalism is the only profession where you can be as wrong as you like, and people still think you’re right.”
“The role of the journalist is to challenge the status quo.”
“The most effective journalism is that which drives meaningful discussion.”
“Journalism is about uncovering the truth, not just reporting it.”
“A good journalist knows that the story is never just about the facts.”
“The reason that there are two senators for each state is so that one can be the designated driver.”
“The problem with journalism is that people keep asking questions.”
“The press should be a mirror of society, not a megaphone for power.”
“The most effective journalism is that which informs and inspires.”
“A good reporter knows that every story has multiple sides.”
“The best journalism is that which is both informative and provocative.”
“The only time to be positive is when you’re dealing with a negative.”
“In journalism, the truth is often stranger than fiction.”
“A man who has never been in the newspaper is a man who has never done anything worth reporting.”
“The role of the press is to be a catalyst for discussion and debate.”
“The secret of good journalism is to tell stories that matter.”
“The great thing about getting older is that you don’t lose all the other ages you’ve been.”
“The press should aim to be both accurate and insightful.”
“The secret to good reporting is to stay out of the way of the story.”
“The most powerful stories are those that reveal the essence of the human experience.”
“The role of journalism is to shed light on hidden aspects of life.”
“The most memorable stories are those that challenge conventional wisdom.”
“The essence of journalism is to provide clarity in a world of confusion.”
“A good newspaperman is one who can tell you what the news is, and who can also tell you why it’s news.”
“The press should strive to be both accurate and insightful.”
“I don’t like to commit myself about heaven and hell—you see, I have friends in both places.”
“The best reporters are those who can turn a simple fact into a compelling story.”
“The less you know, the more you think you know. The more you know, the less you think you know.”
“A good journalist must be willing to go where the story takes them.”
“The most powerful stories are those that uncover hidden truths.”
“The role of journalism is to make the complex understandable.”
“The most important thing a journalist can do is to ask the right questions.”
“Journalism is a craft that requires both skill and passion.”
“The only way to make a living in journalism is to write things that people want to read.”
“A newspaper is a record of the times, and a reflection of its readers.”
“The best stories are the ones that are too strange to be true.”
“The press should be a platform for diverse voices and perspectives.”
“A good newspaper, I suppose, is a nation talking to itself.”
“The most interesting stories are often the ones that aren’t told.”