Crime Quote by George Mikes
““5. Television is of great educational value. It teaches you while still really young how to (a) kill, (b) rob, (c) embezzle, (d) shoot, (e) poison, and generally speaking, (f) how to grow up into a Wild West outlaw or gangster by the time you leave school. 6. Television puts a stop to crime because all the burglars and robbers, instead of going to burgle and rob, sit at home watching The Lone Ranger, Emergency Ward Ten and Dotto .””
About This Quote
Source Essay: The Book of the Dead, 1965
Television can both teach violent behavior and distract potential criminals, creating a paradox of influence.
In simple terms: TV can teach violence and also keep criminals idle.
Key Takeaway
Recognize media's dual impact and promote responsible content.
Themes
media influence
violence
paradox
social responsibility
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education policy
- media regulation
- crime prevention
Key Concepts
cultivation of behavior
distraction
media effects
Questions to Reflect On
- How does TV shape youth behavior?
- Can media be used to reduce crime?
A Different Perspective
Not all viewers are equally affected; context matters.
