Imagine Quote by Steven Wright
“Imagine Pulitzer prizefighting.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy: Routine, 1990s
A humorous twist on the prestige of the Pulitzer, suggesting absurd competition between journalism and fighting.
In simple terms: A funny take on Pulitzer competition.
Key Takeaway
Don’t take awards too seriously.
Themes
humor
satire
prestige
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
comedic
satirical
When to use this quote
- award ceremonies
- media debates
- creative writing
Key Concepts
media criticism
absurdity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about our view of accolades?
- How does satire reveal truth?
A Different Perspective
The joke may undervalue genuine journalistic effort.
![“All you have to do [to win a Pulitzer Prize] is spend your life running from one awful place to another, write about every horrible thing you see. The civilized world reads about it, then forgets it, but pats you on the head for doing it and gives you a reward as appreciation for changing nothing.” quote by David Baldacci](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/5df/david-baldacci-1558_appreciation_all-you-have-to-do-to-win-a-pulitzer-pri_3158264.jpg)
![“I can't imagine that I would be asked that by the president-elect [Donald Trump], or then-president [Barack Obama]. But it's - I'm very clear. I voted for the change that put the Army Field Manual in place as a member of Congress. I understand that law very, very quickly and am also deeply aware…” quote by James Mattis](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/761/james-mattis-9515_army_i-can-t-imagine-that-i-would-be-asked-th_3990.jpg)