Journalism Quote by Ryan Holiday
““The link economy encourages bloggers to repeat what “other people are saying” and link to it instead of doing their own reporting and standing behind it. This changes the news from what has happened into what someone said the news is.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday, 2014
The link economy pushes creators to echo others rather than produce original reporting, turning news into commentary about news.
In simple terms: Copying replaces original reporting, making news about opinions.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize original reporting over echoing.
Themes
media
originality
journalism
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
commentary
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- blogging
- social media
- content creation
Key Concepts
echo chambers
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- How can journalists maintain originality in a link‑driven ecosystem?
- What incentives could reward original reporting?
A Different Perspective
Original reporting still requires verification and resources.
