Jim VandeHei: Why clear-eyed journalism matters

By Free Republic | Created at 2024-11-26 10:54:01 | Updated at 2024-11-26 13:52:55 3 hours ago

Jim VandeHei: Why clear-eyed journalism matters
Axios Sneak Peak via MSN ^ | 11 24 2024 | Staff

Posted on 11/26/2024 2:47:01 AM PST by yesthatjallen

Axios CEO Jim VandeHei inspired and energized a National Press Club gala with a passionate, ad-libbed defense of free and fearless reporting, warning that "everything we do is under fire."

"I hate this damn debate about: Oh, we don't need the media," he said Thursday night as he and co-founder Mike Allen accepted the Fourth Estate Award for lifetime achievement. "It's not true."

What they're saying: "I love this country," Jim added. "I'm a beneficiary of this country. Some dipsh*t from Wisconsin can come and start two companies, be up here, win an award."

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This guy, Axios CEO Jim VandeHei, gave an incoherent rant at the National Press Club claiming reports are a special breed of people uniquely suited to deliver the truth.

He was on Morning Joe where Joe and Mika praised his bravery for saying what needed to be said.

Here is a short excerpt of his speech.

Axios X 1 minute speech

To: yesthatjallen

They are freaking out over losing the power to influence elections. It’s fun to watch the meltdowns.

2 posted on 11/26/2024 2:52:58 AM PST by Gary from Dayton (Army Vet 1986-1991 unburdened by what I was burdened by before.)

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