Quote by Ernst Fischer

The bosses of our mass media, press, radio, film and television, succeed in their aim of taking our minds off disaster. Thus, the distraction they offer demands the antidote of maximum concentration on disaster.

The bosses of our mass media, press, radio, film and televis

Summary

This quote suggests that the owners and controllers of mass media outlets intentionally divert our attention away from the harsh realities of the world through various forms of entertainment. However, it argues that this deliberate distraction requires a strong countermeasure, wherein individuals must actively focus and concentrate on understanding and addressing the disastrous challenges we face. In other words, the quote calls for critical thinking and active engagement with important issues, instead of passively accepting the distractions offered by the media.

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Tragedy

By Ernst Fischer

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