To be credible we must be truthful.
Interpretation
Credibility stems from honesty and truthfulness.
The quote by Edward R. Murrow emphasizes the fundamental connection between credibility and truthfulness. To establish trust and be seen as credible by others, one must be honest in their words and actions, as deceit undermines the foundation of a person’s reputation and influence.
In practice
In a speech about ethical journalism, you can cite this quote to emphasize the importance of trust in reporting.
We have currently a built-in allergy to unpleasant or disturbing information. Our mass media reflect this. But unless we get up off our fat surpluses and recognize that television in the main is being used to distract, delude, amuse, and insulate us, then television and those who finance it, those who look at it, and those who work at it, may see a totally different picture too late.
Everyone is a prisoner of his own experiences. No one can eliminate prejudices - just recognize them.
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Speaking of Sir Winston Churchill: He mobilized the English language and sent it into battle.
We cannot defend freedom abroad by deserting it at home.
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Foul cankering rust the hidden treasure frets, but gold that's put to use more gold begets.
I'm encouraging you to know what you're worth. And know that no matter who has more money in class, who has more stuff, who has a country house - nobody is worth more than anybody else.
One must lose one's life to find it.
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Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.
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