Addiction Quote by William S. Burroughs
“The Federal Narcotics Bureau does a grave disservice by disseminating a lot of misinformation. Most of what they say is such nonsense that I didn't believe them about addiction.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Radio, William S. Burroughs, 1975
Misinformation from authorities can undermine public trust and hinder effective policy.
In simple terms: False statements damage credibility.
Key Takeaway
Critically evaluate official claims.
Themes
trust
misinformation
authority
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
critical
informational
When to use this quote
- health campaigns
- drug education
- government briefings
- media analysis
Key Concepts
media literacy
public health
policy critique
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify the accuracy of health information?
- What sources can you trust for reliable data?
A Different Perspective
The statement may overgeneralize a single agency’s performance.
![“For instance, they [The Federal Narcotics Bureau ] give out that marijuana is a harmful and habit-forming drug, and it simply isn't. They claim that you can get addicted to opiates with one shot, and you can't. They over-estimate the physical bad effects, and so forth.” quote by William S. Burroughs](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d9a/william-s-burroughs-528_claims_for-instance-they-the-federal-narcotics_1760539.jpg)
