Depends Quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt
“So many figures are quoted to prove so many things. Sometimes it depends on what paper you read or what broadcast you listen in on.”
About This Quote
Notes that the credibility of quoted figures depends on the source, highlighting the need for critical evaluation of information.
In simple terms: Assess sources before accepting claims.
Key Takeaway
Practice critical thinking.
Themes
critical thinking
media literacy
skepticism
Mood
analytical
inquisitive
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
Key Concepts
information consumption
academic research
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a source's reliability?
- When should you trust expert consensus?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate expertise in some sources.
