Topic > Analysis of Boston Photographs - 1144

While Ephron argued that photos of death and war should be published just because they happened, but those photos serve a purpose. They must preserve history, accurately record events, and be able to convey strong messages to readers. Photojournalism should be able to open readers' minds because stories don't necessarily have to be told in an image. Stories of war and death must be respected and honored, so these types of stories should not be silenced or censored. They should be remembered. Furthermore, photojournalism should not be abused in any way to maintain the integrity of the stories captured. Ephron had said, “photojournalism is often more powerful than written journalism,” because it can cause a quicker response. Photojournalism is not just news, it is also art. Works of art have the right to be expressed and displayed