Ads Quote by Marshall McLuhan
“During the Second War, the U.S.O. sent special issues of the principal American magazines to the Armed Forces, with the ads omitted. The men insisted on having the ads back again. Naturally. The ads are by far the best part of any magazine or newspaper. More pains and thought, more wit and art go into the making of an ad than into any prose feature of press or magazine. Ads are news. What is wrong with them is that they are always good news.”
About This Quote
Source Historical: USO Magazine Editions, WWII, 1940s
Ads were valued by soldiers for their creativity and morale boost, showing that commercial content can be culturally significant.
In simple terms: Ads were seen as the best part of magazines, offering wit and art.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the cultural value of advertising.
Themes
media
culture
war
morale
creativity
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
critical
Type
observational
historical
When to use this quote
- military morale
- media studies
- advertising history
- creative writing
Key Concepts
advertising
social impact
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How do ads shape our perception of news?
- What responsibilities do advertisers have during crises?
A Different Perspective
Ads may prioritize commercial goals over truthful reporting.
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