Quote by Ken Livingstone

What a squalid and irresponsible little profession it is. Nothing prepares you for how bad Fleet Street really is until it craps on you from a great height.

What a squalid and irresponsible little profession it is. No

Summary

This quote reflects a negative view of Fleet Street, which is a historic street in London notorious for housing several major British newspapers. The phrase "squalid and irresponsible little profession" suggests that the speaker has a low opinion of journalism as a whole. The use of the word "squalid" implies that the profession lacks cleanliness or integrity, while "irresponsible" suggests a lack of accountability. The phrase also conveys a sense of disillusionment and frustration, indicating that one may only truly understand the unpleasant realities of working in Fleet Street when they experience firsthand the negative consequences or treatment associated with it.

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By Ken Livingstone

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