To say that "the camera cannot lie" is merely to underline the multiple deceits that are now practised in its name.
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Most of our assumptions have outlived their uselessness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our outdated beliefs and assumptions continue to persist despite no longer being relevant or useful.
Marshall McLuhan's quote suggests that many of the assumptions we hold onto in our daily lives have become obsolete and serve no constructive purpose. It highlights the need to critically evaluate our beliefs and discard those that no longer contribute positively to our understanding of the world around us, implying that holding onto such assumptions can hinder progress and clarity.
Themes
AssumptionsRelevanceBeliefsProgressKnowledge
In practice
Example use cases
In a seminar on critical thinking, this quote can be used to encourage participants to challenge outdated beliefs.
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