Quote by Tony Blair

Do I know I'm right? Judgements aren't the same as facts. Instinct is not science. I'm like any other human being, as fallible and as capable of being wrong. I only know what I believe.

Do I know I'm right? Judgements aren't the same as facts. In

Summary

This quote highlights the distinction between personal beliefs and objective truth. It reminds us that judgments and instincts are subjective and prone to error, not based on irrefutable facts or scientific evidence. The speaker acknowledges their fallibility, emphasizing their awareness that they could be mistaken. It serves as a humble reminder that being human means accepting the potential for error and recognizing the limitations of personal knowledge and understanding. Ultimately, the quote emphasizes the importance of recognizing the subjective nature of individual beliefs while humbly acknowledging the possibility of being wrong.

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