Newspapers Quote by Terry Pratchett
““They put it like that?' said Glenda, wide-eyed. 'Oh, you know the sort of thing if you read the papers a lot,' said Ponder. 'I seriously think they think that it is their job to calm people down by first of all explaining why they should be overexcited and very worried.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Discworld series, 1990s
A character satirically suggests that officials calm the public by over‑explaining, creating paradoxical anxiety.
In simple terms: Officials calm by over‑explaining, causing anxiety.
Key Takeaway
Question the purpose of over‑explanations.
Themes
satire
bureaucracy
media
anxiety
communication
Mood
irry
critical
thoughtful
Type
satirical
commentary
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- news broadcasts
- customer service
- social media posts
Key Concepts
public relations
psychology
information overload
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do people trust over‑explanations?
- How can calm be achieved without anxiety?
A Different Perspective
It may oversimplify complex issues, leading to mistrust.
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