Communication Quote by Jacques Ellul
““Propaganda begins when dialogue ends. (Quoted by Marshall McLuhan in McLuhan Hot & Cool)””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Medium is the Message”, 1964 (quoted in McLuhan Hot & Cool)
Propaganda starts when open dialogue ends, leading to manipulation.
In simple terms: Propaganda begins when dialogue stops.
Key Takeaway
Foster open conversation to counter propaganda.
Themes
media
propaganda
communication
dialogue
critical thinking
Mood
cautious
informed
Type
critical
educational
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- social media debates
- newsrooms
- educational settings
- public forums
Key Concepts
media theory
social critique
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify propaganda in everyday media?
- What strategies keep dialogue alive in polarized groups?
A Different Perspective
Some propaganda persists despite dialogue.
