Communication Quote by Bill Vaughan
“There are some communities that feel you shouldn't give them the publicity, because it's just going to make people curious. There are communities who feel we need to fight them tooth and nail. What we have seen, though, is that ignoring them does not make them go away. If we sit back and let them have free reign, we lose members of our community.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Social Media Ethics, 2019
Ignoring controversial groups fuels their growth; active engagement is needed to protect community health.
In simple terms: Don’t ignore problems; address them.
Engage responsibly to safeguard community.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online moderation
- public policy
- community building
- risk management
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies ensure constructive engagement?
- How to balance free speech with community safety?
Active confrontation can amplify conflict if mishandled.