Believe Quote by Cass Sunstein
“Those who believe in climate change, as I do, I think it's also fair to say that they are more receptive to confirming evidence than disconfirming evidence. They happen to be right, but their motivations are in play also.”
About This Quote
Source Article: "The Confirmation Bias in Climate Debate", 2020
People tend to accept evidence that aligns with their beliefs, especially on climate change, while discounting opposing data.
In simple terms: People favor evidence that matches their views.
Recognize and challenge your own biases.
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When to use this quote
- policy discussions
- personal research
- media consumption
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you test the reliability of evidence you encounter?
- What steps can you take to seek disconfirming data?
Bias can blind individuals to critical counter‑evidence.