From what little contact/exposure to the press I've had...
"You therefore at least have control of what you have provided and can’t get tripped up by questioning or have your words misinterpreted."
You never have control over what the press publish. At least by saying nothing you're in a better position to do something when they publish a 'quote from you'.
Secondly, as has been mentioned, regardless of how nice the hack at your door seems remember he has an editor...
