Chance Quote by Barack Obama
“Senator McCain likes to talk about judgment, but really, what does it say about your judgment when you think George Bush has been right more than ninety percent of the time? I don't know about you, but I'm not ready to take a ten percent chance on change.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 2008 Democratic National Convention, 2008
Questioning personal judgment by comparing political opinions highlights the difficulty of trusting one's own assessments.
In simple terms: Comparing opinions reveals doubts about your own judgment.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on how you evaluate others' views.
Themes
politics
judgment
self‑assessment
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
analytical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- voting
- policy support
- personal relationships
- career choices
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
confidence
decision making
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance differing opinions?
- What criteria do you use to judge accuracy?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on a single source can skew perception.
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