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Walter Lippmann Quote: Why News Is Not the Same as Truth

„The news and the truth are not the same thing.“

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Walter Lippmann was an American journalist and political commentator, known for his work on public opinion and political communication.

This quote reminds us to remain critical and always question the news to discern the truth.


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Quote by Walter Lippmann about the difference between news and truth

Walter Lippmann (1889–1974) was a prominent American journalist, media critic, and political commentator. He coined significant concepts in media and communication studies, particularly regarding the role of mass media in democracy. His book "Public Opinion" (1922) remains a classic in media criticism and political philosophy.

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"The function of news is to signalize an event, the function of truth is to bring to light the hidden facts, to set them in relation with each other, and make a picture of reality on which men can act." Walter Lippmann
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"People everywhere confuse what they read in newspapers with news." A. J. Liebling
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"The news is not a mirror of social conditions, but the report of an aspect that has obtruded itself." Walter Lippmann
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"Our task is not to tell the truth; we are opinion molders." Walter Cronkite Jr.
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"If people in the media cannot decide whether they are in the business of reporting news or manufacturing propaganda, it is all the more important that the public understand that difference, and choose their news sources accordingly." Thomas Sowell
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