"The press should be not only a collective propagandist and a collective agitator, but also a collective organizer of the masses."
Simplified meaning
The quote is about the important roles that newspapers and other media should play in society. First, media should help spread information and ideas widely to educate people. For example, when there are elections, good journalism explains who the candidates are and what they stand for, so people can make informed choices.
Next, media should stir up, or agitate, interest and enthusiasm among people to engage with important issues. Think of a news story that uncovers corruption; it should make readers care and want to take action to fix the problem.
Lastly, media should help organize people into groups that can work together towards common goals. For instance, a campaign against pollution might use articles and reports to rally communities to demand cleaner air and water.
When media fulfills these roles, it helps create an informed, active, and united society. So, in our daily lives, we should look for and support media that educates us, inspires us to act, and brings us together to make positive changes.
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