| What motivates the local press to act like homers? |
| Want access to players/coaches - 25% / 145 Votes |
| Want to protect their positions/careers - 14% / 83 Votes |
| Become too cozy with those they cover - 15% / 85 Votes |
| Actually believe what they say/write - 14% / 82 Votes |
| Want to be part of the "in crowd" - 24% / 139 Votes |
| Lack journalistic ethics - 7% / 41 Votes |
