I think when money starts to corrupt journalism, it undermines the journalism, and it undermines the credibility of the product, and you end up not succeeding.
Interpretation
Money can corrupt journalism, impacting its integrity and success.
This quote by Walter Isaacson highlights the detrimental effect that money can have on journalism. When financial interests interfere with journalistic integrity, the credibility of news reporting is compromised, leading to a loss of trust and ultimately, a failure in the journalism profession itself.
In practice
During a workshop on media ethics, a speaker can use this quote to emphasize the importance of integrity in news reporting.
I visited Jobs for the last time in his Palo Alto, Calif., home. He had moved to a downstairs bedroom because he was too weak to go up and down stairs. He was curled up in some pain, but his mind was still sharp and his humor vibrant
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Balk the enemy's power; force him to reveal himself.
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