Quote by Bertrand Russell

If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a foolish thing.

If fifty million people say a foolish thing, it is still a f

Summary

This quote by Anatole France emphasizes the idea that the popularity or number of people supporting a notion does not make it any less foolish or incorrect. The truthfulness or validity of an idea is not determined by the majority's opinion. Even if a significant number of individuals hold a particular belief or spread a foolish notion, it does not make it any more rational or logical. The quote reminds us of the importance of critical thinking and independent analysis rather than blindly following the crowd.

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By Bertrand Russell

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