Paid Millions Quote by China Miéville
““And even if you’re right, the CIA paid millions of dollars to men trying to kill goats by staring at them,” I said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The City & the City, 2009
Even when facts seem absurd, people may accept them if they fit a narrative, highlighting absurdity in authority.
In simple terms: People can believe strange claims if they suit a story.
Key Takeaway
Question absurd narratives.
Themes
absurdity
authority
belief
critical thinking
Mood
skeptical
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- media analysis
- education
- debate
- fact‑checking
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
information manipulation
satire
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we accept bizarre claims?
- How can critical thinking combat absurdity?
A Different Perspective
Blind acceptance can spread misinformation.
