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“The best causes tend to attract to their support the worst arguments, which seems to be equally true in the intellectual and in the moral sense.” quote by Ronald Fisher
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“The best causes tend to attract to their support the worst arguments, which seems to be equally true in the intellectual and in the moral sense.”

Ronald Fisher

About This Quote

Source Book: The Design of Experiments, 1935

Great causes often draw the strongest criticism, both intellectually and morally, because they challenge entrenched interests.

In simple terms: Good causes attract harsh critique.

Key Takeaway

Expect opposition when championing virtue.

Themes

justice criticism intellectual moral

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

philosophical critical

When to use this quote

  • political activism
  • policy reform
  • public debate
  • academic discourse

Key Concepts

confirmation bias social dynamics ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do people resist beneficial ideas?
  • How can we engage critics constructively?
A Different Perspective

Strong criticism can sometimes stem from genuine concern, not just opposition.

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