Quote by Edward R. Murrow

Just because your voice reaches halfway around the world doesn't mean you are wiser than when it reached only to the end of the bar.

Just because your voice reaches halfway around the world doe

Summary

This quote highlights the misconception that technology and the vast reach of our voices through social media platforms makes us inherently wiser. It suggests that the power to communicate with people worldwide does not guarantee greater wisdom or knowledge. Rather, it emphasizes the importance of personal growth and introspection, implying that true wisdom cannot be measured by the extent of our audience, but by the depth of our insights and understanding within ourselves.

By Edward R. Murrow

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