Katherine Maher, the newly appointed CEO of NPR, has sparked controversy with her statements regarding the nature of truth, suggesting it is subjective and can hinder productivity. In a resurfaced TED Talk and various public statements, Maher argued that a strict adherence to finding the truth can prevent progress and consensus in contentious situations. This perspective has led to criticism, with some accusing NPR under her leadership of prioritizing propaganda over factual reporting and highlighting that her salary is funded by taxpayer money. Maher's statements have been widely discussed across social media and in debates, highlighting a deep divide in perceptions of media integrity.
"Our reverence for the truth is something...getting in the way of getting things done" - a quote widely shared on both sides during the Rufo/NPR CEO debate - is an insane but telling statement, which almost perfectly summarizes modern Wokism. The idea here is purely religious:…
NPR CEO Katherine Maher: -Wikipedia editors aren't focused on finding truth -Truth isn't where to start when settling disagreements -"Each of you has your own truth and it's probably a good one" She ran wikimedia. She runs NPR. This is who decides what information you get to see https://t.co/CHEKJpTF2B
New NPR CEO Said ‘Reverence For The Truth’ May Be ‘Distraction’ In Resurfaced TED Talk https://t.co/2mGgPOsKxt
New NPR CEO Gave Ted Talk Asserting "Truth" Is A "Distraction" https://t.co/7lY2QUNxyt
New NPR CEO Katherine Maher: The “truth” is a “distraction” which is “getting in the way of getting things done.” Legacy media is not in the truth-telling business. They’re in the propaganda business. Your tax money will now pay her salary. From 2022: https://t.co/52Rvm2neoI
NPR's CEO believes that truth is subjective and the pursuit of truth can get in the way of getting things done. Aces. https://t.co/LqikI0cugD
🇺🇸 NPR CEO: TRUTH IS SUBJECTIVE "Contentious conversations tend to erupt over what the truth actually is. After seven years of working with brilliant folk, I've come to believe that for our most tricky disagreements, seeking the truth and seeking to convince others of the… https://t.co/bds1taJxnp
“Our reverence for the truth might be a distraction that’s getting in the way of finding common ground and getting things done.” “I’m certain that the truth exists for you, and probably for the person sitting next to you, but this may not be the same truth.” NPR CEO @krmaher: https://t.co/BdnBq20Sty