Be good Quote by Richard Trumka
“You can be dogmatic, like Donald Trump, and say don't tell me any of the facts, I have made up my mind, I don't want to hear anything, or you can say, look, trade can be good or it can be bad, depending on the rules.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: AFL‑CIO President remarks on discourse, 2020
He contrasts dogmatic refusal to consider facts with balanced evaluation based on rules.
In simple terms: Avoid rigid thinking; consider context.
Key Takeaway
Seek balanced, rule‑based decisions.
Themes
critical thinking
open‑mindedness
dialogue
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
educational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debates
- workplace meetings
- policy discussions
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
decision theory
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you stay open to opposing facts?
- What rules guide your judgments?
A Different Perspective
People may resist facts due to identity threats
