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What does it mean?
The speaker sarcastically comments on the idea of the military targeting journalists.
In plain terms
It would be surprising if the military targeted journalists.
What can you take from it?
Sarcastic remarks highlight perceived lack of threat or protection.

Where it applies

  • news commentary
  • political satire
  • public debate

Putting it to work

  • analyze media relations
  • study political satire
  • discuss press freedom

Questions to consider

  • How does the military interact with the press?
  • Is press freedom secure?

Another view

Sarcasm can obscure serious concerns about press safety.

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