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This study of quotations in newspaper coverage of Hurricane Andrew showed that individuals who were not affiliated with government or business were quoted most often. Most sources were quoted as experts, with individuals represented as suffering victims, providing the news media with human interest quotations. Further, most sources praised themselves and blamed others.
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