About Quote by Andrew Heyward
“There is a long-standing tradition in the mainstream press of middle-of-the-road journalism that is objective and fair. I would hate to see that fall victim to a panic about the Fox effect.”
About This Quote
The mainstream press tends to claim objectivity, but fear of bias (the Fox effect) may undermine that stance.
In simple terms: Press claims objectivity but fears bias.
Question claims of objectivity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- media watchdogs
- Challenges arise when fear of bias leads to overcorrection.
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- skeptical
- concerned
How can media balance objectivity with awareness of bias?;What is the Fox effect?