Felt Quote by Yannick Noah
“I did not support any more New York. I lived 10 years there, and after September 11, I felt very European. I did not share the opinion of people in the street, who were deeply influenced by what they heard in the media.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: French TV interview, 2002
The speaker expresses disillusionment with New York after 9/11, feeling more aligned with European perspectives and critical of media-driven public opinion.
In simple terms: Feeling disconnected from New York and more European after 9/11.
Key Takeaway
Question your media influences and seek diverse viewpoints.
Themes
identity
media influence
post‑9/11 sentiment
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
personal
political
When to use this quote
- travel decisions
- political discussions
- media consumption
- personal identity formation
Key Concepts
cultural identity
media bias
psychology of perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media shape your view of a place?
- What does “feeling European” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Personal feelings may not represent broader public sentiment.
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