The Importance Of Communication

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Though all the transformations since the dawn of humans, two characteristics remain certain. One, is that we have a deep-rooted need to communicate with one another; their need to share important information and knowledge makes up an essential part of who we are at their core. The other remaining trait, is that we are highly opportunistic. People have always looked for new ways to be more efficient while also promoting their own self-interests. Early on we figured out that communication not only brought out new levels of awareness of the world but that it also created opportunities. This awareness created power systems that changed tribes to nations, and brought on the need for politics and working governments. It spread religion, science, …show more content…

Opinions were fought over. Authorities were questioned and challenged. Democracies were created and revolutions were won. Those in power did what they could to suppress any information they did not want out or agree with. Early on that didn’t matter, the newfound press would continue to grow. There is no doubt that Gutenberg was responsible for the spread of information far and wide. The technology to spread information quickly was just beginning. The invention of the telegraph machine made it possible to get and give information almost instantly creating a need for the Associated Press. Because it was expensive to use, the news took on a less divided tone (Blur, 17). Less division is always a good thing for the people. The 1920’s brought the invention of the radio. The radio became a great marketing and political tool. People not only heard their first commercials, but they got to hear their president and leaders speak as if they spoke directly to them. Just two decades later, the invention of the television brought out the daily news. This enabled the people to see things as they happened. Newspapers were still quite popular though. People could pick and choose which paper, which journalist and which story to read;

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