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“We found what we could at that time - the truth. If somebody else can find something else which we didn't find, that, of course, is a duty on their part, as is the truth. It will be the truth.” quote by John Sherman Cooper
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“We found what we could at that time - the truth. If somebody else can find something else which we didn't find, that, of course, is a duty on their part, as is the truth. It will be the truth.”

John Sherman Cooper

About This Quote

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

Truth is a collective duty; if others discover new truths, they must share them, reinforcing the ongoing pursuit of truth.

In simple terms: Finding truth is a shared responsibility; others must continue the search.

Key Takeaway

Commit to honest inquiry and share discoveries.

Themes

truth responsibility duty knowledge

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • journalism
  • public policy
  • education

Key Concepts

ethics epistemology collaboration

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we encourage open truth‑seeking?
  • What obstacles hinder sharing new findings?
A Different Perspective

Truth can be contested; sharing may be suppressed.

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