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May the world be kind to you, and may your own thoughts be gentle upon yourself. - Jonathan Lockwood Huie

Friday, April 10, 2015

Experts and Authorities


Believe nothing, no matter where you read it,
or who said it, no matter if I have said it,
unless it agrees with your own reason and your own common sense.
- The Buddha

One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions.
- Grace Hopper

A censor is a man who knows more than he thinks you ought to.
- Laurence J. Peter

Always listen to the experts.
They'll tell you what can't be done and why.
Then do it.
- Robert A. Heinlein

Authority has every reason to fear the skeptic,
for authority can rarely survive in the face of doubt.
- Robert Lindner

No statement should be believed because it is made by an authority.
- Robert A. Heinlein


Further reading: Trust Reason

Take Charge of Your Life

Common Sense

Exercising Your Free Will

Valley of Death

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