Civility Quote by Karen Handel
“I don't think it is just in the world of politics. The lack of civility in society as a whole, some of it, I believe, is very much fueled by social media and frankly, it's fueled by the fact that journalism is not journalism any more.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Congressional remarks on media and civility, 2020
Social media and degraded journalism erode civility and political discourse.
In simple terms: Media decline harms civil society.
Key Takeaway
Promote responsible media.
Themes
civility
media
politics
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
advocacy
critical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- education
- community organizing
- policy reform
Key Concepts
information ethics
public discourse
digital culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we restore trust in journalism?
- What role should platforms play in civil discourse?
A Different Perspective
Free speech concerns may limit regulation.
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