Bob Woodward

"The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't being said."

"Follow the money."

"The secret to good reporting is asking the right questions and listening carefully to the answers."

"Journalism is the first rough draft of history."

"Deep Throat taught us that truth often comes from unexpected sources."

"Persistence is the key to uncovering the truth."

"Power corrupts, and the only way to keep it in check is transparency."

"A free press is essential to democracy."

"Never stop asking questions, even when people don't want to answer them."

"The public has a right to know."

"Investigate everything, believe nothing until you verify it yourself."

"Good reporting requires patience and attention to detail."

"Trust, but verify."

"The truth may take time to emerge, but it always does."

"Leadership is about taking responsibility for your decisions."

"Never compromise your integrity for a story."

"The best interviews happen when people feel comfortable being honest."

"History is shaped by those who keep power accountable."

"Knowledge is power, which is why those in power often try to suppress it."

"Success comes from doing the work when no one is watching."

"The most compelling stories are often the most difficult to tell."

"Never underestimate the importance of building relationships in your work."

"Facts are stubborn things; they don't change because you want them to."

"The price of democracy is eternal vigilance."

"Great journalism requires great sacrifice."

"Always protect your sources; your credibility depends on it."

"The most important skill in reporting is listening."

"Change comes when people demand accountability."

"A good reporter is like a detective; you follow the clues wherever they lead."

"The truth is rarely simple, but it's always worth pursuing."