Criticize Quote by Rush Limbaugh
“The media is fully fine and hunky-dory with the idea that they may destroy somebody, and they think that's part of the job description. But you turn around and criticize them, and that's not permitted in the vacuum in which they live. They have free rein over you, because I guess this is how they define their constitutional responsibility. And since they have constitutional recognition, somehow they've all been taught at journalism school that nobody may assail them, that nobody may criticize them.”
About This Quote
Source Radio Show: The Rush Limbaugh Show, 2005
Media claim immunity from criticism, treating themselves as beyond, which stifles accountability.
In simple terms: Media think they’re untouchable and avoid critique.
Demand accountability from all institutions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- Political reporting
- social media
- press conferences
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we hold media accountable responsibly?
- What safeguards protect criticism?
Free speech can be weaponized against critique.