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“We hear a lot about the notion of objectivity, and I'm not sure I know what that is. I know what fairness is. I know what honesty is. And I know what the heart and emotions are. I think those are the things I particularly want to embrace. I would not want anyone to take away my right and my ability to communicate my feelings about the things that I see.”

Quote by Peter Turnley

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Peter Turnley is a renowned photographer known for his outstanding contributions to the field of news photography. Born on June 22, 1955, he has won numerous international photography awards, including the Pulitzer Prize, since the 1980s. Turnley is recognized for his profound portrayal of conflict and human emotion, with his photographs exhibited globally and featured in major media outlets. more

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