That's through intelligence, not through ignorance…
“That's through intelligence, not through ignorance, believe me. Because some of the things that they're asking you to do [in the Army] and be politically correct about are ridiculous.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He argues that intelligence, not ignorance, guides actions, criticizing absurd political correctness demands in the military.
In simple terms: Intelligence guides actions, not ignorance; political correctness can be absurd.
Value informed judgment over blind compliance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military policy debates
- leadership decisions
- public statements
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is political correctness always counterproductive?
- How can we balance respect and practicality?
May overlook genuine concerns of marginalized groups.