"In reality, we can prove that the incidents of drug, alcohol abuse and violence have dropped dramatically among professional athletes - but the problem is it would be impossible to convince than fans, because of what they read on the AP wire"
- Leigh Steinberg
About this Quote
This quote by Leigh Steinberg suggests that although the occurrences of drug, alcohol abuse and violence among expert athletes have decreased, it is challenging to encourage fans of this reality due to the media protection of such events. The media often sensationalizes stories of drug, alcohol abuse and violence, which can cause an incorrect understanding of the prevalence of such issues amongst expert athletes. Steinberg is suggesting that it is difficult to counter this incorrect understanding, as fans are more likely to think what they read on the AP wire than the real statistics. This quote highlights the power of the media in forming public opinion, and how it can be difficult to counter incorrect understandings.
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