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Television is not the exclusive target of promoters. Is Superman really worthy of a Newsweek cover?
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"Television is not the exclusive target of promoters. Is Superman really worthy of a Newsweek cover?"

- Phil Donahue

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This quote by Phil Donahue suggests that television is not the only medium that promoters utilize to advertise their items. He is questioning whether Superman is really worthwhile of being included on the cover of Newsweek publication. Donahue is implying that Superman is not as crucial or prominent as other figures that have been featured on the cover of Newsweek. He is recommending that promoters ought to not be focusing entirely on tv to promote their products, however should likewise think about other mediums such as publications. Donahue is also questioning the value of Superman as a figure worthwhile of being included on the cover of a magazine. He is implying that there are other figures that are more deserving of the attention and recognition that comes with being featured on the cover of a magazine. Donahue's quote is a pointer that promoters must think about all mediums when marketing their items and that they must bear in mind who they choose to feature on the cover of a magazine.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Phil Donahue somewhere between December 21, 1935 and today. He/she was a famous Entertainer from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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