Behind the Bylines: Arieh O'Sullivan, an explosive career
After 10 years and more than 4,000 Jerusalem Post articles, Arieh O’Sullivan reflects on war reporting, unforgettable adventures, and the credibility journalism demands.
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Arieh O'Sullivan, a former farmer and soldier, transitioned into journalism, eventually becoming the defense correspondent for The Jerusalem Post. His career, spanning over a decade and including more than 4,000 articles, began with a significant event: "The first day on the job, an Arab suicide bomber blew up (again) the number 18 bus in downtown."
- O'Sullivan initially studied agriculture but discovered his passion for news and storytelling after his army service, drawn to writing and adventure.
- He joined The Jerusalem Post in 1996 after working for The Associated Press, seeing the defense correspondent role as a "dream job" that offered a byline and a specific beat.
- His tenure involved covering numerous battles and bombings, but also unique experiences like parachuting with King Abdullah and flying in an Israeli F-4 Phantom jet.
- O'Sullivan advises aspiring journalists to maintain objectivity, keep political beliefs hidden, seek dissenting opinions, and prioritize credibility by writing prolifically.
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