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“All discussion, all debate, all dissidence tends to question and in consequence, to upset existing convictions; that is precisely its purpose and its justification.” quote by Learned Hand
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“All discussion, all debate, all dissidence tends to question and in consequence, to upset existing convictions; that is precisely its purpose and its justification.”

Learned Hand

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Source Court Opinion: United States v. ... , 1930

Debate intentionally challenges beliefs, serving to test and refine them.

In simple terms: Discussion provokes and refines ideas.

Key Takeaway

Embrace dissent to strengthen convictions.

Themes

law philosophy critical thinking

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • academic seminars
  • public policy debates
  • legal arguments

Key Concepts

Socratic method intellectual rigor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What topics benefit from healthy debate?
  • How do you handle personal discomfort from dissent?
A Different Perspective

Conflict can create division if not managed.

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