Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith

Humor is richly rewarding to the person who employs it. It has some value in gaining and holding attention, but it has no persuasive value at all.

Humor is richly rewarding to the person who employs it. It h

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This quote suggests that while humor is enjoyable for those who use it, it is not effective in persuading others. While humor may capture attention and entertain, it does not have the power to influence or change someone's perspective. Therefore, it implies that humor should be primarily seen as a source of personal satisfaction rather than a persuasive tool.

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