Quote by Samuel Johnson

It is more from carelessness about truth than from intentionally lying that there is so much falsehood in the world.

It is more from carelessness about truth than from intention

Summary

This quote suggests that the prevalence of falsehoods in the world is not necessarily a result of deliberate lying, but rather a consequence of people being careless about the truth. It implies that individuals may not actively seek to deceive others, but rather fail to verify the accuracy of information they share, leading to the spread of falsehoods. It serves as a reminder that being mindful of the truth and taking care in determining its accuracy can help combat the propagation of misinformation.

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