I simply cannot accept that there are on every story two equal and logical sides to an argument.
Edward R. MurrowThe best speakers know enough to be scaredโฆthe only difference between the pros and the novices is that the pros have trained the butterflies to fly in formation.
Edward R. MurrowIf radio news is to be regarded as a commodity, only acceptable when saleable, then I don't care what you call it - I say it isn't news.
Edward R. MurrowWe hardly need to be reminded that we are living in an age of confusion - a lot of us have traded in our beliefs for bitterness and cynicism or for a heavy package of despair, or even a quivering portion of hysteria. Opinions can be picked up cheap in the market place while such commodities as courage and fortitude and faith are in alarmingly short supply.
Edward R. Murrow