Quote by John Brunner

What people want, mainly, is to be told by some plausible authority that what they are already doing is right. I don't know know of a quicker way to become unpopular than to disagree.

What people want, mainly, is to be told by some plausible au

Summary

This quote suggests that people generally seek validation from authoritative figures for their beliefs and actions. They prefer to be told that what they are already doing is correct, rather than being challenged or disagreed with. The quote also implies that going against popular opinions or views can lead to unpopularity. It highlights the human desire for conformity and the aversion to being challenged or questioned.

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By John Brunner

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