Absolutes Quote by Edward Bernays
“In the ethical sense, propaganda bears the same relation to education as to business or politics. It may be abused. It may be used to over-advertise an institution and to create in the public mind artificial values. There can be no absolute guarantee against its misuse.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Propaganda, 1928
Propaganda influences education, business, and politics similarly, and can be misused to create false values.
In simple terms: Propaganda can shape beliefs and be abused.
Key Takeaway
Beware of manipulation.
Themes
media
ethics
influence
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- advertising
- political campaigns
- school curricula
Key Concepts
public opinion
information control
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards can limit propaganda?
- How to distinguish genuine information?
A Different Perspective
Hard to fully prevent misuse.
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