TED: Why journalists have an obligation to challenge power | Jorge Ramos

The speaker, an immigrant journalist, shares his journey from Mexico to the US, emphasizing the importance of challenging power and rejecting neutrality in journalism. He recounts personal experiences, including confronting a political figure, and stresses the need for journalists to take sides in cases of injustice. The talk concludes with a call to action for journalists to abandon neutrality and embrace their responsibility to question and challenge those in power.

What does the speaker believe is the primary responsibility of journalists?

• To entertain the audience

• To question and challenge those in power

• To remain neutral at all times

• To report only positive news

What was the speaker's reaction to censorship in their early career?

• They ignored the censorship

• They resigned and left the country

• They accepted it as part of the job

• They changed their report as requested

How did the speaker feel about the freedom of the press in the United States?

• They felt it was similar to Mexico

• They were surprised and appreciative

• They were indifferent

• They found it restrictive

What prompted the speaker to confront a presidential candidate?

• A desire for publicity

• A request from their employer

• A personal vendetta

• The candidate's comments about immigrants

According to the speaker, what is the most powerful word in any language?

• Please

• No

• Maybe

• Yes

What does Elie Wiesel's quote suggest about neutrality?

• It is the best approach

• It helps the oppressor

• It is always beneficial

• It helps the victim

What stance does the speaker believe journalists should take?

• Avoid controversial topics

• Support those in power

• Remain neutral

• Be anti-establishment

What does the speaker hope to maintain from their younger years?

• Their silence

• Their fear of authority

• Their neutrality

• Their courage and clarity

What lesson did the speaker learn from being censored at 24?

• Neutrality is always the best policy

• Fear and silence can make you complicit

• Power should not be challenged

• Censorship is unavoidable

What is the speaker's view on being friends with powerful people?

• It hinders the ability to criticize them

• It helps in getting exclusive stories

• It is essential for good journalism

• It is irrelevant to journalism