Quote by Jeffrey Eugenides

Even our parents seemed agree more and more with the television version of things, listening to the reporters' inanities as though they could tell us the truth about our own lives

Even our parents seemed agree more and more with the televis

Summary

This quote highlights the growing trend of individuals relying on television and the media to shape their understanding of reality. It suggests that even our parents, who we typically perceive as wiser and more discerning, are becoming influenced by the shallow and often biased narratives presented by television reporters. The quote implies that people are gradually losing their ability to critically evaluate information and instead accepting these reporters' perspectives as the truth, even when it may contradict their own lived experiences.

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By Jeffrey Eugenides

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