I think the main problem is asking politicians and their flaks for “reactions” to things that were just said or just happened. (And for reactions to other people’s reactions). Particularly when the reaction is from someone with minimal or no power to affect the issue, but is just known to give a juicy quote.
They don't add anything. I am tired of the talking heads. I no longer watch or listen to ANY of them - or ANY politician. I will read the issues, positions, and analysis. A lot of speach doesn't do so well as text. And I can mark up / highlight text and return easily, which I can't do with media.
I think the main problem is asking politicians and their flaks for “reactions” to things that were just said or just happened. (And for reactions to other people’s reactions). Particularly when the reaction is from someone with minimal or no power to affect the issue, but is just known to give a juicy quote.
They're glib. And that's good for the dead air problem.
This is my favorite article of all time.
They don't add anything. I am tired of the talking heads. I no longer watch or listen to ANY of them - or ANY politician. I will read the issues, positions, and analysis. A lot of speach doesn't do so well as text. And I can mark up / highlight text and return easily, which I can't do with media.