Aldous Huxley: Quote on Truth, Silence and Propaganda

„Great is truth, but still greater, from a practical point of view, is silence about truth. By simply not mentioning certain subjects... totalitarian propagandists have influenced opinion much more effectively than they could have by the most eloquent denunciations.“

Aldous HuxleyAldous Huxley on truth, silence, and the influence of totalitarian propaganda on public opinion.
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Aldous Huxley was a British writer and philosopher, known for his dystopian works.

Aldous Huxley reflects on the power of omission in totalitarian propaganda and the shaping of public opinion.


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Aldous Huxley quote about truth, silence, and the influence of propaganda

Aldous Leonard Huxley (1894–1963) was a British writer, philosopher, and visionary, best known for his dystopian novel "Brave New World." He extensively explored social, political, and cultural issues of the 20th century.

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