Abuse Quote by Ben Goldacre
“More academics should blog, post videos, post audio, post lectures, offer articles and more. You'll enjoy it: I've had threats and blackmail, abuse, smears and formal complaints with forged documentation.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public commentary on academic outreach, 2020
Encourages scholars to share knowledge via diverse media despite personal risks, highlighting resilience and openness
In simple terms: Academics should share work openly despite challenges
Key Takeaway
Share widely, accept risks
Themes
communication
risk
resilience
Mood
defiant
determined
Type
advocacy
call to action
When to use this quote
- teaching
- public lectures
- online courses
- media production
- advocacy
Key Concepts
public engagement
digital media
academic freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How can scholars protect themselves while being open?
- What benefits outweigh the risks of public sharing?
A Different Perspective
Personal attacks may deter but also amplify impact
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