Believe Quote by Cass Sunstein
“Wikipedia works because those who know the truth are usually more numerous and committed than those who believe in a falsehood.”
About This Quote
Source Book: #Republic: The Precarious Triumph of Democracy in America, 2017
Truth spreads when many informed people share it, outpacing falsehoods that lack commitment.
In simple terms: Truth wins when many know and care about it.
Key Takeaway
Promote informed, committed discourse.
Themes
truth
information
society
Mood
analytical
concerned
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- political debates
- media literacy
- public policy
- education campaigns
Key Concepts
epistemology
collective action
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we encourage more people to verify facts?
- What mechanisms sustain truth in society?
A Different Perspective
Falsehoods can persist if unchallenged.
