I don't think there will ever be a permanent truce, but I believe the media needs to be more careful and be willing to count to 10 before rushing on the air or into print.
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Using these unnamed sources, if done properly, carefully and fairly, provides more accountability in government.
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What this quote means
Proper use of unnamed sources can enhance government accountability.
Bob Woodward emphasizes the importance of using unnamed sources in journalism to ensure government accountability. When done with care and fairness, these sources can reveal essential truths that hold political entities responsible for their actions and decisions.
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AccountabilityGovernmentJournalismSourcesTruth
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In a speech about media ethics, one could quote Woodward to highlight the role of investigative journalism.
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