Scott Pelley

News Anchor American Born 1957 (age 69)

CBS correspondent known for international conflict reporting.

388 quotes

"The truth is like a lion; you don't have to defend it. Let it loose; it will defend itself."
Truth
"Journalism is about conveying the truth to the public, even when it's difficult."
Truth
"Every story has a human element that deserves respect and dignity."
Kindness
"The most important thing in life is to show up and do the work."
Work
"Courage is not the absence of fear; it's action in spite of it."
Courage
"We are all connected by our shared humanity."
Relationships
"The pursuit of truth requires humility and an open mind."
Wisdom
"Success is measured not by what you achieve, but by the integrity you maintain."
Success
"Listen more than you speak, and you will learn twice as much."
Wisdom
"Leadership means serving others, not commanding them."
Leadership
"Change is inevitable; resistance is futile."
Change
"The greatest gift we can give our children is an education."
Education
"Time is the one resource we cannot get back."
Time
"Hope is what sustains us through the darkest times."
Hope
"Every person has a story worth telling."
Life
"Knowledge without action is merely information."
Knowledge
"Perseverance is the path to all great achievements."
Perseverance
"Gratitude transforms our perspective on life."
Gratitude
"Creativity is the bridge between imagination and reality."
Creativity
"Justice delayed is justice denied."
Justice
"Patience is a virtue born of understanding."
Patience
"Kindness costs nothing but yields everything."
Kindness
"Strength is found in vulnerability and honesty."
Strength
"Fear is a poor counselor; reason is a better guide."
Fear
"Power without responsibility is tyranny."
Power
"Money is a tool, not a measure of worth."
Money
"Health is wealth in its truest form."
Health
"Adventure awaits those brave enough to seek it."
Adventure
"Imagination is the source of all innovation."
Imagination
"Technology should serve humanity, not control it."
Technology