Found Quote by Matt Labash
“We've created this cottage industry in which it pays to be un-objective. It pays to be subjective as much as possible. It's a great way to have your cake and eat it too. Criticize other people for not being objective. Be as subjective as you want. It's a great little racket. I'm glad we found it actually.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Atlantic, “The Rise of the Subjective Newsroom”, 2020
The quote critiques the paradox of claiming objectivity while profiting from subjectivity, exposing a self‑serving media bias.
In simple terms: It points out that media often pretends to be objective while actually being subjective for profit.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge hidden biases in information sources.
Themes
media bias
ethics
subjectivity
objectivity
profit
journalism
Mood
skeptical
critical
reflective
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- editorial decisions
- audience perception
- advertising strategies
Key Concepts
Cognitive bias
self‑interest
truth manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your own consumption of news reflect these biases?
- What steps can you take to seek truly objective information?
A Different Perspective
It may overgeneralize; not all outlets operate this way.
