Ethical Dilemmas in Writing

The transcript discusses the ethical dilemmas faced by writers, particularly the challenge of balancing empathy for subjects with the duty to uncover and report the truth. The speaker shares personal experiences, including the banning of books and strained relationships with subjects. The transactional nature of interviews is also highlighted, emphasizing the mutual exchange between writers and their subjects.

What ethical challenge does the writer face when empathizing with subjects?

• Balancing empathy with revealing truths

• Avoiding personal bias

• Ensuring accuracy in facts

• Maintaining objectivity

What consequence does the writer often face after publishing their work?

• Gaining popularity

• Increasing book sales

• Falling out of favor with subjects

• Receiving awards

What happened to the writer's book on Saudi Arabia?

• It became a bestseller

• It was banned

• It received critical acclaim

• It was adapted into a movie

What city did the writer live in while writing about the Ford family?

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

• New York

• Detroit

How did the Ford family react to the writer's portrayal?

• They ignored it

• They sued the writer

• They praised it

• They stopped speaking to the writer

What does the writer say about the nature of relationships formed during interviews?

• They are long-lasting

• They are genuine friendships

• They are temporary

• They are purely professional

What is the writer's perspective on the friendships formed during interviews?

• They are beneficial for both parties

• They are a facade that ends after the interview

• They are a necessary part of the job

• They are genuine and lasting

What is the writer's view on the transactional nature of interviews?

• They are a form of entertainment

• They are purely for information gathering

• They involve mutual benefit

• They are one-sided

Why do people agree to be interviewed, according to the writer?

• For fame

• For financial gain

• To gain something from the writer

• To share their story

What does the writer believe is involved in every transaction between a writer and a subject?

• Trust and honesty

• Bargain and compromise

• Friendship and loyalty

• Conflict and resolution