Quote by Stephen Fry

Many people would no more think of entering journalism than the sewage business - which at least does us all some good.

Many people would no more think of entering journalism than

Summary

This quote suggests that entering the field of journalism is often met with less enthusiasm and aspiration compared to other professions. It implies that journalism, despite its potential impact on society, is sometimes viewed negatively due to the portrayal of journalism in a critical light. The comparison to the sewage business implies that journalism may be seen as unappealing or undesirable, while acknowledging that journalism still holds some importance in serving the greater public good.

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By Stephen Fry

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