Angle Quote by Janeane Garofalo
“I have yet to meet very many people in the press who are really, truly interested in writing a good story or getting at the truth. Most press people, when they come into an article, have an angle that they want already, so they need points to support that angle, whatever the angle may be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1995
Journalists often prioritize pre‑existing narratives over genuine storytelling and truth‑seeking.
In simple terms: Press focuses on angles, not truth.
Key Takeaway
Seek sources that value truth over agenda.
Themes
media bias
truth
storytelling
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- research
- interviewing
- investigative reporting
- media analysis
Key Concepts
journalism ethics
confirmation bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify truly objective reporting?
- What incentives shape media angles?
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