Quote by Mark Twain

The trouble with the world is not that people know too little, but that they know so many things that ain't so.

The trouble with the world is not that people know too littl

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the problem with the world lies not in the lack of knowledge, but in the presence of misinformation. It suggests that individuals are often misinformed or misguided by believing in numerous things that are incorrect. The main concern here is not the absence of information, but the prevalence of false or inaccurate beliefs which can lead to confusion, misunderstanding, and hinder the progress of society in addressing genuine issues.

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