Country Quote by Sue Kaufman
“I suppose you know where this country would be, where the world would be, if everyone who got depressed by the papers stopped reading them.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: The New Yorker, 1970s, null
Depressed readers avoid news, so society misses informed discourse.
In simple terms: Avoiding news leads to ignorance.
Key Takeaway
Read responsibly, stay informed.
Themes
media
mental health
society
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- political awareness
- personal well‑being
- public discourse
Key Concepts
information overload
avoidance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media consumption affect your mood?
- What sources can you trust?
A Different Perspective
If everyone stops reading, misinformation spreads unchecked.
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