Bad Quote by Howard Jacobson
“If the great thing about the Internet is that it throws wide the doors of discussion to everyone, the bad thing about the Internet is that it throws wide the doors of discussion to everyone.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing Internet culture, 2018
The internet democratizes discussion but also amplifies noise and conflict, making dialogue chaotic.
In simple terms: Internet opens discussion, but creates chaos.
Balance openness with discernment.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- online forums
- social media debates
- community building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we foster constructive dialogue online?
- What filters improve discourse?
Too many voices can drown meaningful conversation.