Reports that say that something hasn't happened are always…
““Reports that say that something hasn't happened are always interesting to me, because as we know, there are known knowns; there are things we know we know. We also know there are known unknowns; that is to say we know there are some things we do not know. But there are also unknown unknowns- the ones we don't know we don't know.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
We categorize knowledge into known knowns, known unknowns, and unknown unknowns, highlighting uncertainty in decision‑making.
In simple terms: We know what we know and don’t.
Key Takeaway
Embrace uncertainty.
Themes
knowledge
uncertainty
decisionmaking
risk
Mood
thoughtful
cautious
Type
philosophical
strategic
When to use this quote
- Military intelligence
- business risk assessment
- scientific research
Key Concepts
Epistemology
information theory
strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How to identify hidden risks?
- What methods reduce unknowns?
A Different Perspective
Unknown unknowns can never be fully prepared for.