Agree Quote by Rick Perry
“I do agree that the science is not settled on this. The idea we would put Americans' economy in jeopardy based on scientific theory that is not settled yet to me is nonsense. Just because you have a group of scientists who stood up and said this is the fact... Galileo got outvoted for a spell. To put Americans' economic future in jeopardy, asking us to cut back in areas that would have monstrous economic impact on this country is not good economics and I would suggest is not necessarily good science.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Campaign remarks, United States Senate race, 2010
The speaker argues that policy based on unsettled science is risky, especially when it threatens the economy; he cites historical examples where scientific consensus was later disproved.
In simple terms: Unsettled science shouldn’t dictate economic policy.
Key Takeaway
Question economic decisions on solid, settled science.
Themes
economics
science policy
risk management
Mood
cautious
skeptical
Type
political
economic
When to use this quote
- budget cuts
- energy regulation
- climate legislation
- public health measures
Key Concepts
scientific consensus
policy making
historical precedent
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance precaution with economic stability?
- What standards should determine when science is “settled”?
A Different Perspective
Science can be uncertain; premature action may cause harm.
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