Take the following as truth: Though the NYTBR can't hurt Tom Clancy and probably can't help most academic specialists, for a lot of writers in between, not getting reviewed in the Times or receiving a harsh review can nail the coffin shut.
Then the following statement: "For many writers, not getting reviewed in the Times can ruin their carreer, so they are protesting about their system." is true, false, or inconclusive?
Answer: Inconclusive