The chapter explores the speaker's investigative journey into a variety of complex and emotionally charged stories, ranging from legal marijuana in a conservative town to an orphaned baby girl in Afghanistan and a family torn apart by a secret adoption. It delves into the challenges of understanding different perspectives, establishing trust with interviewees, and grappling with the aftermath of significant events in Afghanistan. The chapter also sheds light on the dangers and risks faced by reporters, especially focusing on the experiences of Afghan women in reporting sensitive stories.
Rozina Ali is a contributing writer for The New York Times Magazine and the winner of the 2023 National Magazine Award for Reporting. Her latest article is “Raised in the West Bank, Shot in Vermont.”
“I think it’s very, very important to speak to people as people. To speak to sources—even if you have the juiciest story—to really give them the grace. I think everyone deserves it, especially people who are going through such a difficult time.”
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