Quote by Daniel J. Boorstin

We need not be theologians to see that we have shifted responsibility for making the world interesting from God to the newspaperman.

We need not be theologians to see that we have shifted respo

Summary

This quote suggests that society has moved away from seeking meaning and inspiration from religious or spiritual beliefs and has instead placed reliance on the news media for sources of fascination and stimulation. It implies that people now find the stories reported by journalists to be more captivating and influential in shaping their perception of the world than the narratives provided by religion. The responsibility to provide a sense of interest and excitement has shifted from God to the newspaperman, emphasizing the impact and influence of the media in contemporary society.

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Journalism

By Daniel J. Boorstin

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