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What Are the Rules About Off the Record? A Reporter’s Guide

The distinction between on and off the record isn't as obvious as most people think. Here's how to navigate source agreements without getting burned.

Here’s a popular journo question: “I’ve read threads about ‘on’ vs. ‘off’ the record, but, for etiquette purposes, how is this determined?” You’d be surprised […]