Advertising Quote by Gore Vidal
“There's no such thing as a war against terrorism. It's idiotic. These are slogans. These are lies. It's advertising, which is the only art form we ever invented and developed.”
About This Quote
The statement condemns the concept of a war on terrorism as a deceptive slogan, equating it to advertising and false narratives.
In simple terms: War on terrorism is a false slogan.
Question political narratives.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- public discourse
- media literacy
- activism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do slogans shape public opinion?
- What alternatives exist to combat terrorism?
May oversimplify complex security issues.