Allowed Quote by Jonathan Safran Foer
“It's a good rule of thumb, it seems to me: if you're not allowed to see where something comes from, don't put it in your mouth.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Public Speaking Advice, 2015
Avoid using sources you cannot verify to maintain credibility.
In simple terms: Only cite what you can verify.
Verify sources before speaking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- journalism
- academic writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to handle unknown origins?
- When is it acceptable to use unknown sources?
Sometimes necessary info is hidden.