Quotes about journalism and the role of journalists

Here are a few quotes about journalism and the role of journalists:

1. “Journalism is printing what someone else does not want printed: everything else is public relations.” – George Orwell
2. “Journalism is the first rough draft of history.” – Philip Graham
3. “Journalism is literature in a hurry.” – Matthew Arnold
4. “Journalism is not a crime, it is a public service.” – Reporters Without Borders
5. “Journalism is the only profession specifically protected by the U.S. Constitution.” – Sheldon Adelson
6. “Journalism is the first rough draft of history.” – Philip Graham
7. “Journalism is a profession of hope.” – Walter Cronkite

I hope these quotes inspire you to think about the important role that journalists play in society.