Believes Quote by Don DeLillo
““The son of a bitch believes.””
About This Quote
Source Book: White Noise, 1985
A cynical statement implying that even a low‑status person can hold a belief, mocking the source.
In simple terms: Even a low‑status person can believe something.
Key Takeaway
Question the credibility of the source.
Themes
cynicism
belief
social hierarchy
Mood
skeptical
critical
Type
philosophical
satirical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- media criticism
- personal interactions
Key Concepts
authority
belief formation
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a source credible?
- Can a belief be valid regardless of who holds it?
A Different Perspective
It dismisses the belief without examining its merit.
