Assuming Quote by Fritz Leiber
“Of course, if you assume a big enough conspiracy, you can explain anything, including the cosmos itself.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: "The Big Conspiracy", 1965, Science Fiction Magazine
Assuming a massive conspiracy can be used to explain any phenomenon, even the universe.
In simple terms: Big conspiracies can explain everything, even cosmos.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions and seek evidence.
Themes
skepticism
humor
philosophy
critical thinking
science
Mood
witty
thought‑provoking
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- debates
- media analysis
- education
- critical discourse
Key Concepts
conspiracy theory
epistemology
logic
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence would convince you of a grand conspiracy?
- How does this view affect your trust in expertise?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex scientific explanations.
