Portrait of William Randolph Hearst

William Randolph Hearst

Media mogul, yellow journalism

Modern influential 135 sayings

Sayings by William Randolph Hearst

You furnish the pictures and I'll furnish the war.

1897 — Allegedly a telegram sent to Frederic Remington in Cuba
War & Conflict Confirmed

A newspaper is a public institution, and it is a sacred trust.

early 20th century — Statement on the role of journalism
Wisdom Unverifiable

The only thing that really matters is the story.

early 20th century — Discussing newspaper content
Wisdom Unverifiable

I want to be able to tell the people what to think.

early 20th century — Alleged statement to an associate
Wisdom Unverifiable

I could have been a great writer, but I chose to be a great newspaperman.

early 20th century — Reflecting on his career choice
Art & Creativity Unverifiable

Don't print the news, make it.

late 19th/early 20th century — Alleged instruction to editors
Wisdom Unverifiable

I am not interested in being a rich man, but I am interested in being a powerful one.

early 20th century — Statement attributed to him
Money & Business Unverifiable

My father always told me that if I wanted to succeed in life I must always have a purpose.

early 20th century — Recalling parental advice
Inspirational Unverifiable

I believe in the power of the press to shape public opinion.

early 20th century — Statement on media influence
Inspirational Unverifiable

I never started a fight, but I finished a good many.

early 20th century — Reflecting on his competitive nature
War & Conflict Unverifiable

Every man has his price.

early 20th century — General observation on human nature
Wisdom Unverifiable

I adore the ridiculous.

early 20th century — Attributed to him by various sources
Wisdom Unverifiable

If a thing is worth doing, it's worth doing badly.

early 20th century — Attributed to him
Wisdom Unverifiable

I am a collector. I collect everything.

1930s — Referring to his vast art and antique collection
Wisdom Unverifiable

I get my ideas from looking at the world around me.

early 20th century — Interview about his creative process
Power & Leadership Unverifiable

I don't think there is anything more interesting than a good story.

early 20th century — General remark about journalism
Wisdom Unverifiable

The public is always right.

early 20th century — A paradoxical statement often used in business
Wisdom Unverifiable

I like to be surrounded by beautiful things.

1930s — Referring to his homes and possessions
Wisdom Unverifiable

My greatest pleasure is to make things happen.

early 20th century — Reflecting on his drive and ambition
Wisdom Unverifiable

I never lose my temper, but I sometimes mislay it.

early 20th century — Attributed to him
Wisdom Unverifiable
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