Quote by Malcolm Muggeridge

History will see advertising as one of the real evil things of our time. It is stimulating people constantly to want things, want this, want that.

History will see advertising as one of the real evil things

Summary

This quote suggests that the impact of advertising on society will be viewed negatively by future generations. It highlights how advertising perpetually encourages people to desire material possessions, promoting a never-ending cycle of consumerism. This perspective sees advertising as a force that fosters insatiable greed and dissatisfaction, potentially causing harm to both individuals and society as a whole. Ultimately, the quote implies that history will judge advertising as a significant evil of our era due to its role in fueling the constant desire for more.

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