Edward R. Murrow – Purpee Quotes

The politician in my country seeks votes,

Posted on January 24, 2018January 24, 2005 by admin

“The politician in my country seeks votes, affection and respect, in that order. With few notable exceptions, they are simply men who want to be loved.”

— Edward R. Murrow

Author: Edward R. Murrow
Category: respect
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The speed of communications is wondrous to

Posted on May 9, 2017May 9, 2012 by admin

“The speed of communications is wondrous to behold. It is also true that speed can multiply the distribution of information that we know to be untrue.”

— Edward R. Murrow

Author: Edward R. Murrow
Category: communication
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A satellite has no conscience.

Posted on December 28, 2016December 28, 2011 by admin

“A satellite has no conscience.”

— Edward R. Murrow

Author: Edward R. Murrow
Category: science
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The newest computer can merely compound, at

Posted on August 2, 2016August 2, 2011 by admin

“The newest computer can merely compound, at speed, the oldest problem in the relations between human beings, and in the end the communicator will be confronted with the old problem, of what to say and how to say it.”

— Edward R. Murrow

Author: Edward R. Murrow
Category: technology
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