Quote by Frank Herbert

Journalism is the entertainment business.

Journalism is the entertainment business.

Summary

This quote suggests that journalism, despite its intention to inform, has become more focused on providing entertainment value to its audience. It implies that the media industry prioritizes engaging and captivating audiences through various storytelling techniques, sensationalism, and the presentation of news as a form of entertainment. This interpretation highlights potential concerns about the quality, accuracy, and objectivity of journalism, as it suggests that the primary goal may be to capture attention and maintain high ratings instead of solely informing the public about important issues.

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