The Work of Marshall McLuhan - Part 1 - with Bob Dobbs
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Writing Precedes Speech
The discourse on the relationship between writing and speech highlights a significant philosophical debate, particularly through Derrida's critique of McLuhan. This debate centers on the notion that writing, contrary to McLuhan's assertion, is foundational and precedes speech. Derrida's ideas challenge traditional views on orality and literacy, suggesting that the interpretation of text and writing is pivotal in understanding communication and knowledge in academia.
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