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“That was excellently observed’, say I, when I read a passage in an author, where his opinion agrees with mine. When we differ, there I pronounce him to be mistaken.” quote by Jonathan Swift
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“That was excellently observed’, say I, when I read a passage in an author, where his opinion agrees with mine. When we differ, there I pronounce him to be mistaken.”

Jonathan Swift

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Source Essay: The Spectator, Jonathan Swift, 1711

When others share your view, you praise them; when they differ, you label them wrong.

In simple terms: Praise agreement, dismiss dissent.

Key Takeaway

Recognize bias in agreement.

Themes

intellectual humility dialogue bias critical thinking

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

philosophical educational

When to use this quote

  • academic debate
  • team meetings
  • public discourse

Key Concepts

cognitive bias epistemic humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you handle disagreement?
  • Can you find value in opposing views?
A Different Perspective

Dismissal of differing opinions hinders learning.

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