gyrd
2007-12-18 12:23:53
David T, I absolutely agree with you. There is, however, a meaningful distinction between an opinion piece and a news column.
A news column is supposed to attempt to be as neutral as possible, while an opinion piece is supposed to attempt to be as persuasive as possible.
As a journal of opinion, NR and NRO have always been upfront about, and advertised their bias.
Miniter thinks NR runs the risk of not being seen as an objective source. I think this is an especially silly concern, since NR has always tried to be explicitly persuasive, and never pretended to be above the fray.
NR– “These are our opinions!”
Miniter– “Careful, people might think you’re trying to persuade them…”
Me– “duh!”
