In my case, literature is a kind of revenge. It's something that gives me what real life can't give me - all the adventures, all the suffering. All the experiences I can only live in the imagination, literature completes.
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Journalism is a way of voicing opinion, of participating in the political, social, or cultural debate.
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What this quote means
Journalism serves as a platform for individuals to express their views and engage in important discussions.
In this quote, Mario Vargas Llosa highlights the crucial role of journalism as a medium for expressing opinions and engaging with various debates in politics, society, and culture. It emphasizes that journalism is not just about reporting facts but also about participating in conversations that shape public understanding and influence collective action.
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JournalismOpinionDebatePoliticsSociety
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In a speech about the importance of media in a democracy, I might quote Vargas Llosa to emphasize journalism's role in public discourse.
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