Fallacy Quote by Bill Maher
““Since the topic is science, the non scientists don't get a vote. We shouldn't decide everything by polling the masses. This is the fallacy called Argumentum Ad Numerum, the idea that something is true because great number believe it, as in EAT SHIT, twenty trillions flies can't be wrong!””
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Real Time with Bill Maher, Episode 202, 2020
He argues that scientific truth should not be decided by popular vote, warning against the fallacy that majority belief equals correctness.
In simple terms: Truth isn’t decided by numbers.
Key Takeaway
Rely on evidence, not popularity.
Themes
science
logic
democracy
media
critical thinking
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
political
educational
When to use this quote
- debating scientific policy
- evaluating public opinion
- educating on logical fallacies
- media analysis
- policy making
Key Concepts
argumentum ad numerum
fallacy
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you distinguish expert consensus from popular opinion?
- What role should public input play in scientific decisions?
A Different Perspective
Majorities can be misinformed, especially on complex topics.
