Quote by Huey Newton
Too many so-called leaders of the movement have been made into celebrities and their revolutionary fervor destroyed by mass media. They become Hollywood objects and lose identification with the real issues. The task is to transform society; only the people can do that
Summary
This quote emphasizes the detrimental effects of mass media on leaders within social movements. It criticizes how these leaders are often idolized, turning into celebrities, and subsequently losing touch with the genuine concerns and struggles of the movement. It asserts that the ultimate objective of these leaders should be to bring about societal change, and this can only be achieved by empowering and mobilizing the collective power of the people.
Topics
Revolution
By Huey Newton