https://pjmedia.com/rogerkimball/2008/12/16/todays-funniest-line/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 06:43:26 -0400<![CDATA[It comes from Tony Winton, president of the News Media Guild, and it&#8217;s about the Associated Press and the decision by staffers their to withhold their bylines as a protest against the management at the AP. The idea that a lack of bylines on AP stories would constitute a hardship is mildly amusing all on its own. But the really funny line is Mr. Winton&#8217;s remark that &#8220;Staffers recognize the tough times, but they also understand that quality journalism at AP means attracting and retaining the best employees.&#8221; The funny bit, for those of you who have not been following the fortunes of the Associated Press, is the conjunction of &#8220;quality journalism&#8221; and the phrase &#8220;at AP.&#8221; See, for example, here or here or here or here or . . . well, you get the point.]]>Tue, 16 Dec 2008 10:13:54 -0500<![CDATA[Roger Kimball]]>https://pjmedia.com/roger-kimball/2008/12/16/todays-funniest-line-n115417