Journalism Quotes by Ben Domenech

In a healthy republic, there is a need for figures who understand that the presidency is not the be-all and end-all of the people.

— Ben Domenech

Much of the media failed to anticipate the potential Trump represented as a disruptive populist force, understand why his supporters trusted him, or offer…

— Ben Domenech

Engaging in a sycophantic way with any politician in the short term is tempting. It offers the lure of access and the promise of…

— Ben Domenech

When Barack Obama arrived in Washington, many in the media welcomed him with optimism as a historic figure focused on progressive change. But their…

— Ben Domenech

I think what it really means is a recognition that Donald Trump has the potential to take over the Republican Party and change it…

— Ben Domenech

Gawker thrived on embarrassment and shame, seeking to demolish not just celebrities or politicians but average random people whose sins it would expose for…

— Ben Domenech

And for those of us who have, you know, looked in sort of the established order of the political fray over the course of…

— Ben Domenech

It used to be you could just write vaguely conservative things while running a Starbucks - now, you can't.

— Ben Domenech

It is unhealthy to live in an environment where every aspect of our culture requires a great sort, where creative talents are for some…

— Ben Domenech

Writers who do great work must be coddled and encouraged.

— Ben Domenech

I will not apologize ever, for any reason, for publishing the views of people who don't make a living in politics about why they…

— Ben Domenech

The first time I watched 'The Magnificent Seven' on TV on a Sunday afternoon, I knew it was going to be a different kind…

— Ben Domenech

The government in Havana is best understood as a cross between violent left-wing radicals and organized crime.

— Ben Domenech

We all consume Netflix and other streaming services in different ways. Sometimes, it's a movie you're really going to focus on; other times, it's…

— Ben Domenech

When I was much younger, my siblings and I would routinely tune in to watch 'Bill Nye the Science Guy' on PBS. He was…

— Ben Domenech