All that crap, you're putting it in the paper? It's all been denied. Katie Graham's gonna get her tit caught in a big fat wringer if that's published. Good Christ! That's the most sickening thing I ever heard.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker reacts with anger to a story about to and potential humiliation.
- In plain terms
- I am upset that this negative story about Katie Graham is being published.
- What can you take from it?
- Be cautious about publishing stories that could humiliate others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should personal stories be published?
- What are the limits of press freedom?
Another view
It reflects a defensive reaction rather than objective news value.
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