Accepting Quote by Arnold Leese
“A safe rule where Jewish propaganda is concerned is to multiply or divide their figures by ten, at least, before accepting them as the basis for discussion.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown anti‑Jewish propaganda context, early 20th century
Exaggerating numbers tenfold is a common tactic to make claims seem more credible before scrutiny.
In simple terms: Inflate figures to appear convincing.
Key Takeaway
Check sources before accepting numbers.
Themes
critical thinking
media literacy
propaganda
skepticism
Mood
cautious
skeptical
Type
analytical
warning
When to use this quote
- research
- debate
- policy analysis
- public discourse
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
exaggeration
information manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify statistical claims?
- What motivates deliberate misrepresentation?
A Different Perspective
Such inflation can backfire if the truth emerges.
