Journalism is not a precise science, it's a crude art
Dan RatherRead
This much we know: Journalism is not a precise science. It's, on its best day, is a crude art. We make mistakes; I make mistakes. With more than 50 years as a journalist, I have at least had the opportunity to blow more stories, make more mistakes than maybe anybody in television.
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What this quote means
Journalism blends creativity and imperfection, acknowledging human error in storytelling.
Dan Rather's quote reflects the nature of journalism as an art form rather than a strict science, highlighting the inevitability of mistakes in the pursuit of truth. With decades of experience, he admits to the errors made over the years, underlining that the journalist's journey is fraught with challenges, creativity, and a need for humility in the profession.
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