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“American people are not evil. Given information, they will do the right thing. But they're not given the information.” quote by Tim Robbins
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“American people are not evil. Given information, they will do the right thing. But they're not given the information.”

Tim Robbins

About This Quote

Source Speech: Commencement Address, University of California, 2005

People will act ethically when they have accurate, complete information.

In simple terms: Information guides moral choices.

Key Takeaway

Provide clear facts.

Themes

ethics information trust

Mood

inspirational cautious

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • political decision making
  • healthcare choices
  • consumer behavior
  • media reporting

Key Concepts

cognitive bias transparency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What information is most critical for ethical decisions?
  • How can we ensure access to reliable data?
A Different Perspective

Misinformation can still lead to good outcomes, and vice versa.

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