Quote by Russell Baker

Rereading A.J. Liebling carries me happily back to an age when all good journalists knew they had plenty to be modest about, and were.

Rereading A.J. Liebling carries me happily back to an age wh

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This quote expresses nostalgia for a bygone era in journalism when journalists were humble and acknowledged their limitations. It suggests that A.J. Liebling's writings evoke a sense of joy and a longing for a time when journalists were more self-aware and less prone to glorifying their own work. The quote reflects a desire for journalistic integrity and modesty, highlighting the importance of acknowledging one's shortcomings as a journalist.

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