White House Comms. Director: Media Wants 'To Ask Something That'll Lead the Huffington Post'

GQ has published a must-read profile of White House Press Secretary Robert Gibbs. However, one of the most interesting, and perhaps truthful quotes in the story comes from White House Communications Director Dan Pfeiffer (pictured), who testifies to his frustrations of dealing with a press corps that he says is hell bent on generating headlines that will light up the blogosphere:

“The basic philosophy is, the beast is either feeding on you or feeding on someone else.

AW+

WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.

Spring Special

Save 30% Off an ADWEEK Subscription Today!

View Your Options

Already a member? Sign in