My comment was actually a comment aimed at the media, not even at McNabb. It's not by any stretch of the imagination a putdown. It doesn't say McNabb is bad.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker clarifies that his comment targeted the media, not McNabb, and was not a putdown nor a claim of McNabb's poor ability.
- In plain terms
- His remark was about media, not a criticism of McNabb.
- What can you take from it?
- Distinguish criticism of coverage from criticism of the subject.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does framing affect audience interpretation?
- When should speakers clarify intent?
Another view
The clarification may not change listeners' perception.
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