Baseball Quote by Richard Ford
“Someone wanted me to write a profile for ESPN about the commissioner of baseball, and I said, "He's just some suit! Some Republican. No!" I mean if you want me to write about baseball, boxing or football, I'll write about those things because I watch them, I think about them a lot and I like them. But I don't want to write about Barry Bonds.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, 1999
The speaker refuses to write about a controversial figure, preferring topics they are passionate about and familiar with.
In simple terms: He declines to cover Barry Bonds, choosing subjects he knows and enjoys.
Key Takeaway
Write about what you know and care about.
Themes
integrity
personal preference
media ethics
Mood
reflective
defensive
Type
personal
professional
When to use this quote
- sports journalism
- personal essays
- media assignments
Key Concepts
authorship
subjectivity
public interest
Questions to Reflect On
- What topics do you feel most authentic covering?
- How does personal bias affect journalistic choices?
A Different Perspective
May limit audience reach if avoiding high‑profile topics.
