Quote by Plato

I shall assume that your silence gives consent.

I shall assume that your silence gives consent.

Summary

This quote suggests that when someone remains silent or does not object to something, their silence can be interpreted as agreement or approval. It implies that the absence of dissent can be seen as passive agreement or compliance with a certain idea, decision, or situation. It underscores the importance of speaking up and expressing one's opinion, as silence can be misconstrued and may lead to assumptions of consent.

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By Plato

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