Quote by Margot Asquith

Journalism over here is not only an obsession but a drawback that cannot be overrated. Politicians are frightened of the press, and in the same way as bull-fighting has a brutalizing effect upon Spain (of which she is unconscious), headlines of murder, rape, and rubbish, excite and demoralize the American public.

Journalism over here is not only an obsession but a drawback

Summary

This quote highlights the negative influence and power of journalism in society. The author argues that journalism is not only an obsession for people but also a significant drawback. They suggest that politicians fear the press, implying that it wields considerable influence over politics. Furthermore, the quote compares the effect of sensationalist news headlines to bullfighting in Spain, asserting that they have a brutalizing and demoralizing impact on the American public. Overall, the quote emphasizes the potentially harmful consequences of sensationalism and the role of media in shaping public perception.

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By Margot Asquith

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