Any Quote by Tom Wolfe
“I have no idea who coined the term 'the New Journalism,' or when it was coined. I have never even liked the term. Any movement, group, party, program, philosophy or theory that goes under a name with 'new' in it is just begging for trouble, of course.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: “The New Journalism” (1973) in Esquire
Critiques the label “New Journalism,” warning that “new” movements often create problems rather than solutions.
In simple terms: New labels can be problematic.
Key Takeaway
Question the value of trendy labels.
Themes
media
journalism
terminology
innovation
skepticism
Mood
skeptical
reflective
inquisitive
Type
media
culture
When to use this quote
- newsrooms
- editorial decisions
- branding strategies
- media literacy
Key Concepts
cultural criticism
media theory
labeling effects
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a journalistic movement truly new?
- How do labels shape perception?
A Different Perspective
May overlook genuine innovations that deserve recognition.
