Sure, some journalists use anonymous sources just because theyโre lazy, and I think editors ought to insist on more precise identification even if they remain anonymous.
Ben BradleeIf an investigative reporter finds out that someone has been robbing the store, that may be 'gotcha' journalism, but it's also good journalism.
Ben BradleeEverybody who talks to a newspaper has a motive. That's just a given. And good reporters always, repeat always, probe to find out what that motive is.
Ben BradleeIn the perfect world every source could be identified, but like the man said, "It's not a perfect world."
Ben Bradlee