Concern Quote by John Key
“I engage with a lot of journalists, some of them have history and some of them don't, that's not my concern. My concern is to make sure I represent the views I want to represent on those shows.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2014, New Zealand Prime Minister
He prioritizes his own narrative over journalists' backgrounds, focusing on message control.
In simple terms: He cares about his message, not reporters' histories.
Key Takeaway
Control your narrative.
Themes
media strategy
image control
political communication
Mood
strategic
assertive
Type
political
media
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- press conferences
- media interviews
- public statements
Key Concepts
agenda setting
public perception
media relations
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you ensure authenticity while managing image?
- What risks arise from dismissing journalists' backgrounds?
A Different Perspective
May ignore valuable perspectives from diverse journalists.
