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“Nothing is more lethal for certain kinds of meme than a tendency to look for evidence.” quote by Richard Dawkins
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““Nothing is more lethal for certain kinds of meme than a tendency to look for evidence.””

Richard Dawkins

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People often cling to ideas by seeking confirming evidence, ignoring contrary data.

In simple terms: Confirmation bias fuels belief.

Key Takeaway

Challenge your own assumptions.

Themes

belief evidence bias

Mood

skeptical inquisitive

Type

philosophical scientific

When to use this quote

  • scientific research
  • political debate
  • media consumption
  • personal convictions

Key Concepts

confirmation bias epistemic humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What belief have you defended without evidence?
  • How can you seek disconfirming data?
A Different Perspective

Evidence may be scarce or ambiguous.

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