C. P. Scott
1846 - 1932
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Quotes
Biography
Charles Prestwich Scott (1846-1932) was a British journalist, publisher, and politician. He was the influential editor of The Guardian newspaper for over 50 years, shaping it into a renowned publication known for its progressive and liberal stance. Scott's editorial leadership played a significant role in championing social reform, advocating for peace, and defending freedom of the press. He was also elected as a Member of Parliament, where he continued to push for social causes and political reforms.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Comment is free, but facts are sacred.
2
The newspaper is of necessity something of a monopoly, and its first duty is to shun the temptations of monopoly.
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A newspaper has two sides. It is a business, like any other, and has to pay in the material sense in order to live. But it is much more than a business; it is an institution; it reflects and it influences the life of a whole community.
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I have never been in any sense a party man, and I should be very sorry to think I could not stand up and speak my mind because I do not happen to agree with Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman on a particular subject.
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In the fiery crucible of war we saw the noblest qualities of men emerge. But we saw also ambition, rapacity, and ineptitude stretched to new heights of wickedness.