CNN is one of the participants in the war. I have a fantasy where Ted Turner is elected president but refuses because he doesn't want to give up power.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Media networks act as political players in global conflicts. The author jokes about a media owner avoiding presidency to keep influence.
- In plain terms
- News companies fight like politicians in wars.
- What can you take from it?
- Media holds significant political power.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Should media owners hold public office?
Another view
Not all media participants seek direct political power.
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