America Quote by Gore Vidal
“When you control opinion, as corporate America controls opinion in the United States by owning the media, you can make the masses believe almost anything you want, and guide them as you please.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public Lecture on Media Influence, 1975
Control of media lets elites shape public belief, making opinion manipulable.
In simple terms: Media control manipulates public opinion.
Key Takeaway
Guard against media concentration and seek diverse sources.
Themes
media
power
manipulation
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
educational
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- political campaigning
- education curriculum
- activism
Key Concepts
political theory
media studies
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify information sources?
- What responsibilities do media owners have?
A Different Perspective
Free speech concerns may conflict with regulation.
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