I think I know how this went down:
Mark Pincus: Hey Mike, since you know we're in our IPO quiet period, can you write a rebuttal to that NYTimes article for me? I'll give you an interview or let you invest in my next deal.
Michael Arrington: Sure thing! You better speak at my next conference!
Mark Pincus: Okay, here are some talking points:
- Blame everything on EA.
- I actually think we offer too many perks, point that out
- I think Roger McNamee is still upset I never let him invest, so he's basically just a sore loser
Can you be sure to include that in the article?
Michael Arrington: This looks great! It will go well with my other piece defending your terrible labor practices!
Mark Pincus: You're the best.
Mark Pincus: Hey Mike, since you know we're in our IPO quiet period, can you write a rebuttal to that NYTimes article for me? I'll give you an interview or let you invest in my next deal.
Michael Arrington: Sure thing! You better speak at my next conference!
Mark Pincus: Okay, here are some talking points:
Can you be sure to include that in the article?Michael Arrington: This looks great! It will go well with my other piece defending your terrible labor practices!
Mark Pincus: You're the best.