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Marya Mannes

It is not enough to show people how to live better: there is a mandate for any group with enormous powers of communication to show people how to be better.

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Marya Mannes emphasizes that those who control powerful communication tools have a responsibility beyond just improving lifestyles; they must also guide people toward moral and ethical growth. This means their influence should help shape better character and behavior, not just provide practical advice.

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