Facts Quote by James Rozoff
““Facts, like living things, have a value in and of themselves and demand respect. Yet some people use them as means to an end, and dismiss them as soon as they are done using them.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Business Ethics Podcast, 2020
Facts have intrinsic worth and deserve respect, yet people often exploit them instrumentally.
In simple terms: Facts should be respected, not used.
Key Takeaway
Respect facts for their own sake.
Themes
ethics
truth
information
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- journalism
- scientific research
- policy making
Key Concepts
instrumentalism
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates using facts as tools?
- How can we protect factual integrity?
A Different Perspective
People may ignore facts when inconvenient.
