Quote by George Seldes

The truth is not in the commercial media because the truth is a dagger pointed at its heart, which is its pocketbook.

The truth is not in the commercial media because the truth i

Summary

This quote suggests that commercial media outlets often prioritize profits over truth. It argues that the truth can be detrimental to their financial interests, and therefore remains absent from their coverage. The quote metaphorically portrays truth as a dagger aimed at the heart of the commercial media's source of revenue. It implies that the pursuit of profit leads to biased or manipulated information, highlighting the potential conflict between delivering truthful news and maintaining financial success in the media industry.

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Truth Propaganda Media Fascism

By George Seldes

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