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Vivienne WestwoodRead
He who dictates and formulates the words and phrases we use, he who is master of the press and radio, is master of the mind. Repeat mechanically your assumptions and suggestions, diminish the opportunity for communicating dissent and opposition. This is the formula for political conditioning of the masses.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The control of language influences thought and societal norms.
In this quote, Joost Meerloo emphasizes the powerful role of language and media in shaping public consciousness and opinion. He suggests that those who control the language—through the press and broadcasting—hold significant power over how ideas are expressed and received, effectively conditioning the masses to accept certain narratives while limiting dissenting views.
Themes
LanguageMediaControlThoughtPolitics
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion on media influence, one could reference this quote to highlight the importance of critical media literacy.
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