A press association, collecting and disseminating news, enjoys a prominent place and exercises a tremendous influence in its field of operations. That it has functioned always without fear or favor, exercising the responsibilities for clean, factual and intelligent reporting, should be a matter of great pride to its builders, and its world-wide staff of workers…
-Franklin D.Roosevelt President of United States (1933-1945)
Letter to International News Service, Inc.,New York City, April 13, 1934
Siroshain

Nonviolence is the only hope for Peace. Follow the works of Gandhi. We have got a second chance after the tsunami to make a difference. The President's message of relief, rehabilitation and reconciliation should be practised by all. The President will go down in history for bringing peace to the country. Continue with the good work and use the aid wisely. All Sri Lankans working together for the love of the country unselfishly. Give it a go!
Lalani Weddikkara

The function of the press is very high. It is almost holy. It ought to serve as a forum for the people, through which the people may know freely what is going on. To misstate or suppress the news is a breach of trust.
-Justice Louis D. Brandeis U.S Supreme Court [1856-1941]
Ashok