African american Quote by Jason Whitlock
“The Democratic Party, the mainstream media are using fear to control people and to control African Americans in particular. You cannot function properly if you live in an irrational fear.”
About This Quote
Source Opinion piece: The Atlantic, 2020
Political actors and media exploit fear, especially targeting marginalized groups, to manipulate behavior.
In simple terms: Fear is used to control people.
Key Takeaway
Question sources of fear.
Themes
politics
media
manipulation
race
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
political
social
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- community organizing
- media literacy workshops
Key Concepts
propaganda
psychology
social control
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fear affect your decisions?
- What alternatives to fear-based messaging exist?
A Different Perspective
Fear can also mobilize positive action; not only control.
