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“Anything said three times in Washington becomes a fact.” quote by Eugene McCarthy
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“Anything said three times in Washington becomes a fact.”

Eugene McCarthy

About This Quote

Source Speech: Political Commentary, 1970

Repeating a claim often in Washington turns it into accepted truth.

In simple terms: Repetition can make falsehoods seem real.

Key Takeaway

Question repeated statements critically.

Themes

media politics truth

Mood

skeptical critical

Type

political analytical

When to use this quote

  • campaign speeches
  • news cycles
  • public debates

Key Concepts

propaganda cognitive bias

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we accept repeated ideas?
  • How can we verify facts?
A Different Perspective

May ignore evidence that contradicts the claim.

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