The oblique paradox of propaganda is that the lie in the throat becomes, by repetition, the truth in the heart.
John GriersonRead
Beware the ends of the earth and the exotic: the drama is on your doorstep wherever the slums; are, wherever there is malnutrition, wherever there is exploitation and cruelty.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing local issues of suffering and injustice rather than seeking drama in distant places.
John Grierson's quote urges us to focus our attention on the pressing social issues and human suffering present in our immediate surroundings. It suggests that while we may be drawn to exotic or far-off places for dramatic narratives, the real stories of hardship, malnutrition, and cruelty are often found close to home, prompting a call to action in our own communities.
Themes
Local IssuesSufferingInjusticeCommunityAwareness
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech about social responsibility.
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