Quote by Dag Hammarskjold

The Assembly has witnessed over the last weeks how historical truth is established once an allegation has been repeated a few times, it is no longer an allegation, it is an established fact, even if no evidence has been brought out in order to support it.

The Assembly has witnessed over the last weeks how historica

Summary

This quote implies that in certain scenarios, allegations can transform into perceived truths through repetitive reinforcement, even in the absence of sufficient evidence. It highlights the inherent fallibility of society's tendency to accept repeated claims as facts without proper substantiation. It serves as a cautionary statement, highlighting the importance of critically evaluating and seeking evidence before accepting something as true.

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