Quote by Walter Benjamin

It is precisely the purpose of the public opinion generated by the press to make the public incapable of judging, to insinuate into it the attitude of someone irresponsible, uninformed.

It is precisely the purpose of the public opinion generated

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of the press is to manipulate public opinion, rendering the public unable to make informed judgments. It implies that the press aims to shape an attitude of irresponsibility and ignorance within the public, preventing them from forming independent thoughts or making well-informed decisions. This viewpoint portrays the press as a powerful entity with the ability to influence public perception and control the narrative.

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Attitude

By Walter Benjamin

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