“If the headline asks a question, try answering 'no'. Is This the True Face of Britain's Young? (Sensible reader: No.) Have We Found the Cure for AIDS? (No; or you wouldn't have put the question mark in.) Does This Map Provide the Key for Peace? (Probably not.) A headline with a question mark at the end means, in the vast majority of cases, that the story is tendentious or over-sold. It is often a scare story, or an attempt to elevate some run-of-the-mill piece of reporting into a national controversy and, preferably, a national panic. To a busy journalist hunting for real information a question mark means 'don't bother reading this bit'.”
Quote by Andrew Marr
Work
My Trade: A Short History of British Journalism
This book offers an in-depth look at the development and impact of journalism in Britain throughout history. more
Author
Andrew Marr
Andrew Marr is a distinguished British journalist and author, born on July 31, 1959. He has made substantial contributions to journalism through his extensive work in television, radio, and print media. Marr is recognized for his insightful reporting and analysis on a range of political and social issues. more
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