Agree Quote by Michael Tomasky
“I tend to cut David Brooks more slack than most people I know do, and I do it for one main reason. He can write. He's the best writer on that page, and I'd usually rather read him than others on that page I'm more likely to agree with.”
About This Quote
The author acknowledges giving David Brooks more leniency because of his superior writing skill, despite differing political views.
In simple terms: He respects Brooks' writing more than his political stance.
Key Takeaway
Value quality of writing over personal agreement.
Themes
respect for writing
political discourse
personal bias
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
respectful
Type
opinion
media critique
When to use this quote
- media criticism
- editorial decisions
- reading habits
- political analysis
Key Concepts
journalism
rhetoric
intellectual humility
Questions to Reflect On
- Should writing style outweigh factual disagreement?
- How to balance respect for craft with critical analysis?
A Different Perspective
The bias may overlook substantive content in favor of style.
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