Facts Quote by Daniel Levitin
“When it comes to snowing people, one effective technique is to get a whole bunch of verifiable facts right and then add one or two that are untrue.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Psychology of Deception, 2015
Mixing true facts with a few falsehoods can make a story seem credible but also misleading
In simple terms: Truth plus lies can persuade
Key Takeaway
Use facts responsibly, avoid deception
Themes
credibility
persuasion
ethics
Mood
cautious
analytical
Type
journalistic
ethical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- marketing
- news reporting
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
information integrity
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it acceptable to bend truth?
- How do you verify information?
A Different Perspective
Manipulation can erode trust
