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 how often we hear this question. And not even just…
Celeste Mitchell