Quote by Alton Brown

I like television. I still believe that television is the most powerful form of communication on Earth - I just hate what is being done with it.

I like television. I still believe that television is the mo

Summary

This quote reflects the author's appreciation for the medium of television despite their disapproval of its current content. While acknowledging television as the most influential means of communication, the quote conveys a sense of disappointment or frustration with the quality or direction of programming. It implies a longing for television to be used more effectively and positively in order to fulfill its potential as a powerful form of communication.

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By Alton Brown

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