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MARK TWAIN

"A lie can travel halfway around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes."

MARK TWAIN

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1. Media Tricks You for Attention

1. Media Tricks You for Attention

  • Media uses shocking and emotional headlines to grab attention.
  • They focus on controversy because it gets more clicks.
  • The goal is to make people react, not necessarily to inform.

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2. How Lies Spread Quickly

2. How Lies Spread Quickly

  • Fake or exaggerated stories can spread fast online.
  • People share things that make them angry or surprised.
  • Even when corrected, false information keeps circulating.

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3. Money Drives the Media

3. Money Drives the Media

  • Media makes money through ads based on how many clicks they get.
  • Sensational stories bring more clicks than boring truths.
  • Accuracy often takes a back seat to profits.

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4. Small Blogs Start Big Stories

4. Small Blogs Start Big Stories

  • Many news stories begin on small, less trustworthy blogs.
  • These blogs prioritize speed over fact-checking.
  • Bigger media outlets often copy stories without verifying them.

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JIM MORRISON

"Whoever controls the media, controls the mind."

JIM MORRISON

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5. Shaping Public Opinion

5. Shaping Public Opinion

  • Companies and individuals plant stories to influence what people think.
  • They create buzz by leaking controversial topics.
  • This strategy helps control the public narrative.

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6. Media Ethics Are Questionable

6. Media Ethics Are Questionable

  • Manipulators use media to serve their own interests.
  • This can harm public trust and spread misinformation.
  • The book raises concerns about honesty in journalism.

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7. False Stories Stick

7. False Stories Stick

  • Once a lie is out, it’s hard to fix.
  • Corrections don’t get as much attention as the original false story.
  • People often believe the first thing they hear.

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8. Handling Bad Press

8. Handling Bad Press

  • Companies need to respond quickly to negative media.
  • Being open and clear helps reduce damage.
  • Ignoring the problem can make things worse.

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9. Think Before You Share

9. Think Before You Share

  • Not everything you read online is true.
  • Check facts and avoid sharing stories that seem fake.
  • Be a responsible reader to stop misinformation.

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WALTER CRONKITE

"Journalism is what we need to make democracy work."

WALTER CRONKITE

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10. The Future of Media

10. The Future of Media

  • Technology is changing how media works.
  • We need honest journalism and smarter readers.
  • Both media creators and consumers must aim for higher standards.

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