America Quote by Noam Chomsky
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“The 'corporatization of America' during the past century [has been] an attack on democracy.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Manufacturing Consent, 1988
Corporate influence reshapes politics, undermining democratic principles and citizen power.
In simple terms: Corporations erode democracy.
Key Takeaway
Guard democratic institutions.
Themes
politics
economics
democracy
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- election campaigns
- policy making
- media consumption
Key Concepts
media
corporate power
public sphere
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards protect democracy?
- How can citizens resist corporate sway?
A Different Perspective
Corporate interests may also fund reforms.
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