Broken Quote by William J. Clinton
“Nobody is right all the time and even a broken clock is right twice a day.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the 1999 Democratic National Committee Meeting, 1999
People are fallible; even unreliable sources can be correct occasionally.
In simple terms: Everyone makes mistakes; even a broken clock shows truth twice.
Key Takeaway
Accept fallibility, seek multiple perspectives.
Themes
humility
truth
perception
Mood
reflective
cautious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- decision making
- media consumption
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
error
verification
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify information before trusting it?
- When have you benefited from a contrary viewpoint?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on a single source can mislead; context matters.
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