Quote by Thomas Friedman

I went into journalism because I like to be a translator from English to English.

I went into journalism because I like to be a translator fro

Summary

This quote suggests that the individual entered the field of journalism due to their interest in facilitating effective communication within the English language. They view themselves as translators, not in the traditional sense of converting between different languages, but rather as someone who simplifies and clarifies complex or convoluted information in English. Their goal is likely to bridge the gap between information and understanding, ensuring that the intended message is effectively communicated to others.

By Thomas Friedman

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