Citizens Quote by Hillary Clinton
“In a democracy, if people don't have accurate information, how can they be active citizens? How can they be part of the debate? And if you are facing powerful forces on the right and in Trump administration who want to create an alternative reality that feeds into their objectives for our country, you more than ever need the press to cut through that, and to be as accurate as possible.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Democratic Primary Debate, Hillary Clinton, 2016
Accurate information is essential for citizens to engage meaningfully in democracy and counter misinformation from powerful actors.
In simple terms: Citizens need reliable facts to participate and resist false narratives.
Key Takeaway
Seek trustworthy sources and support independent media.
Themes
democracy
media
citizenship
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
informative
When to use this quote
- voting
- public debate
- media consumption
- activism
Key Concepts
information integrity
political power
public discourse
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the credibility of your news sources?
- What role should government play in ensuring media accuracy?
A Different Perspective
Misinformation can still spread despite best efforts.
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