Why do so many people listen to sound bites and then think they understand the issues?

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Why do so many people listen to sound bites and then think they understand the issues?

2007-01-20 13:54:32 · 4 answers · asked by trueblue88 5 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics

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Regurgitating talking points passes for informed in far too many circles. The people who disliked school, certainly aren't going to search for the whole truth when Cliff Notes are available.

2007-01-20 14:31:08 · answer #1 · answered by S. B. 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋

the easy way out. no need to use the computer to research. you can listen to sound bites and rush to yahoo.

2007-01-20 22:02:47 · answer #2 · answered by kissmy 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋

It's easier than thinking. Sir Joshua Reynolds was right.

2007-01-20 21:58:55 · answer #3 · answered by yupchagee 7 · 2⤊ 2⤋

it seems most people still beleive what the news tells them, and are happy with that.

2007-01-20 22:36:26 · answer #4 · answered by sydb1967 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋