Quote by Patrick Kavanaugh

It is impossible to read the daily press without being diverted from reality. You are full of enthusiasm for the eternal verities-life is worth living, and then out of sinful curiosity you open a newspaper. You are disillusioned and wrecked.

It is impossible to read the daily press without being diver

Summary

This quote reflects the idea that reading the daily press can be disheartening and misleading. It suggests that while one may enter with a positive outlook on life and its intrinsic value, the content in newspapers can quickly undermine that sentiment. The notion of being "diverted from reality" implies that the news often focuses on negative and sensationalized events, therefore leading to disillusionment and a sense of personal wreckage. It highlights the contrast between the eternal truths individuals may hold dear and the portrayal of a darker reality in the news.

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