Perhaps if all the peoples of the world understand what war really means, we would eliminate it.
Walter CronkiteRead
I suppose popularity is measured by ratings. If a broadcaster is known as the leader because of ratings, then that's where people most want to be seen and heard, so there's no question that there's an advantage.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Popularity in media is often determined by ratings, reflecting where people's attention is focused.
In this quote, Walter Cronkite highlights how the measure of popularity in broadcasting is closely tied to ratings. He suggests that being the top-rated broadcaster not only indicates success but also creates an advantageous position for attracting audiences who want to be associated with a leader. This underscores the importance of visibility and recognition in the media landscape.
Themes
PopularityRatingsMediaBroadcastingAudience
In practice
Example use cases
In a media studies class, discussing how ratings influence programming choices.
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