Behinds Quote by Alec Baldwin
“Behind each number is a person, a victim, whose individual story is ghastly.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New York Times, 2014
Each statistic represents a human life, reminding us that data can dehumanize victims.
In simple terms: Numbers hide people.
Key Takeaway
Remember humanity behind data.
Themes
empathy
statistics
humanity
Mood
thoughtful
concerned
Type
ethical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- policy making
- media reporting
- social research
Key Concepts
ethics
dehumanization
storytelling
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we keep stories alive in statistics?
- What responsibilities do we have when presenting data?
A Different Perspective
Data can obscure personal suffering.
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