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“The dangerous man is the one who has only one idea, because then he'll fight and die for it." [As quoted in The New Yorker , April 25, 2011]” quote by Francis Crick
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““The dangerous man is the one who has only one idea, because then he'll fight and die for it." [As quoted in The New Yorker , April 25, 2011]””

Francis Crick

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Source Magazine: The New Yorker, April 25 2011

A warning that single‑mindedness can become dangerous, leading to extreme conflict.

In simple terms: One idea can make a person dangerous.

Key Takeaway

Embrace diverse perspectives.

Themes

danger extremism dogmatism

Mood

cautionary critical

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • political debate
  • ideological disputes
  • personal decision‑making

Key Concepts

psychology politics conflict

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternative ideas could you explore?
  • How can you balance conviction with openness?
A Different Perspective

Over‑reliance on one idea can limit adaptability.

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