Journalism is not a precise science, it's a crude art
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From the streets of Cairo and the Arab Spring, to Occupy Wall Street, from the busy political calendar to the aftermath of the tsunami in Japan, social media was not only sharing the news but driving it.
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What this quote means
Social media has transformed the way news is shared and reported, influencing global events significantly.
Dan Rather highlights the powerful role social media plays in shaping public narratives and influencing real-world events. From political movements to natural disasters, it serves as a platform for news dissemination and mobilization, demonstrating its capacity to drive social change and public awareness in unprecedented ways.
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Social MediaNewsArab SpringOccupy Wall StreetGlobal EventsCommunication
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