Deals Quote by Bob Schieffer
“A great deal of our ratings on the morning news are people who died during the night with their TV on.”
About This Quote
Source News Segment: Morning Ratings, 1998
Many viewers die with TV on, suggesting media consumption continues even in death.
In simple terms: People die with TV on.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on media habits.
Themes
media
mortality
habit
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- nighttime routines
- elder care
Key Concepts
screen time
life routines
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you watch TV before sleep?
- How does media affect end‑of‑life?
A Different Perspective
May be morbid.
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