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“If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.” quote by Anatole France
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““If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.””

Anatole France

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Popularity does not validate truth; a mistake remains a mistake regardless of how many endorse it.

In simple terms: Truth is independent of consensus.

Key Takeaway

Don't equate majority with correctness.

Themes

truth critical thinking social influence wisdom independence

Mood

skeptical cautious reflective

Type

aphorism philosophical

When to use this quote

  • public debates
  • media narratives
  • viral trends
  • policy decisions

Key Concepts

logical fallacy groupthink cognitive bias

Practical Applications

  • evaluating claims
  • educational curricula

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you verify a claim beyond its popularity?
  • When might majority opinion be reliable?
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