“When distant and unfamiliar and complex things are communicated to great masses of people, the truth suffers a considerable and often a radical distortion. The complex is made over into the simple, the hypothetical into the dogmatic, and the relative into an absolute.”
Quote by Walter Lippmann
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Essays in the Public Philosophy
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into the philosophical underpinnings of public policy and societal concerns, offering insights into the ethical and moral dimensions of contemporary issues. more
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Walter Lippmann
Walter Lippmann was a prominent American writer and political commentator, born on September 23, 1889, and died on December 14, 1974. He was known for his profound insights into political and social issues and was one of the most influential political analysts in the United States during the 20th century. more
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