"I think television's become a downright dangerous thing. It has no moral barometer whatsoever. If you want to talk about something that is all about money, just watch the television"
- Tom Petty
About this Quote
Tom Petty's quote speaks to the power of television and its potential to be a hazardous impact. He believes that tv has no moral compass and is driven solely by cash. He is suggesting that tv is not a reliable source of info or entertainment, as it is not held to any standards of morality. He is alerting that television can be a powerful tool for control and can be utilized to spread out false details and dangerous ideas. He is also suggesting that television is not a great source of home entertainment, as it is driven by cash and not by any ethical factors to consider. His words are a warning to be aware of the power of television and to be conscious of what we view and how it impacts us.
This quote is written / told by Tom Petty somewhere between October 20, 1953 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA.
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