This kind of situation has two bad effects, first being that the "pet" journalis...

		recoiledsnake on Feb 16, 2012 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: Mountain Lion: John Gruber's personal briefing This kind of situation has two bad effects, first being that the "pet" journalists will have a hard time criticizing Apple in the future, for the fear of losing exclusive access, and the second being that impartial journalists would want to court Apple with positive articles, in the hope of getting the exclusive access.

You're thinking in your perspective. That's perfect for Apple.