"I was raised with the notion that it was OK to ask questions, and it was OK to say, I'm not sure. I believe, but I'm not quite so certain about the resurrection"
- Peter Jennings
About this Quote
In this quote, reporter Peter Jennings reviews his training and how it shaped his beliefs. He describes that he was taught to always question and look for understanding, instead of blindly accepting things as they are. He also acknowledges that while he believes in certain things, such as the resurrection, he is not totally particular about it. This shows his objectivity and willingness to confess unpredictability, which is a valuable characteristic in both journalism and life. Jennings' words serve as a reminder to always question and seriously believe, rather than simply accepting things at stated value.
"If the present Congress errs in too much talking, how can it be otherwise in a body to which the people send one hundred and fifty lawyers, whose trade it is to question everything, yield nothing, and talk by the hour?"
