Creating Quote by Neil Postman
“Television is altering the meaning of 'being informed' by creating a species of information that might properly be called disinformation. Disinformation does not mean false information. It means misleading information - misplaced, irrelevant, fragmented or superficial information - information that creates the illusion of knowing something, but which in fact leads one away from knowing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman, 1985
Television reshapes "being informed" into fragmented, misleading content that feels like knowledge but actually obscures truth.
In simple terms: TV turns info into shallow, confusing noise.
Key Takeaway
Seek deeper, reliable sources.
Themes
media
information
truth
Mood
critical
skeptical
Type
analytical
educational
When to use this quote
- news consumption
- media literacy
- critical thinking
- public discourse
Key Concepts
disinformation
media theory
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the depth of your news sources?
- What habits help you avoid superficial info?
A Different Perspective
It can also entertain and inform effectively when used wisely.
