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“Theology asserts propositions that cannot be proven true; ideologues hold stoutly to a worldview despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality. When ideology and theology couple, their offspring are not always bad but they are always blind. And there is the danger: voters and…” quote by Bill Moyers
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“Theology asserts propositions that cannot be proven true; ideologues hold stoutly to a worldview despite being contradicted by what is generally accepted as reality. When ideology and theology couple, their offspring are not always bad but they are always blind. And there is the danger: voters and politicians alike, oblivious to the facts.”

Bill Moyers

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Source Speech: Public commentary, 2015

Unprovable theological claims and rigid ideologies create blindness, especially in politics.

In simple terms: Blindness from untested beliefs.

Key Takeaway

Question assumptions.

Themes

faith ideology politics

Mood

critical analytical

Type

philosophical inquisitive

When to use this quote

  • Policy debates
  • educational curricula
  • media analysis

Key Concepts

Epistemic humility critical thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we foster critical discourse?
  • What role does evidence play?
A Different Perspective

May overlook constructive aspects of belief.

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