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Einstein Quote on Authority and Truth Resurfaces
Original: 'Unthinking respect for authority is the greatest enemy of truth.' - Albert Einstein # Einstein # science # physics
A quote attributed to Albert Einstein — 'Unthinking respect for authority is the greatest enemy of truth' — is being shared and discussed online. The line, often cited in science and politics debates, is striking a chord with readers reflecting on skepticism, expertise and deference to institutions.
Why now: The quote resonates amid ongoing debates about trust in authority and expertise.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 11 snapshots from 15 h ago to 3 h ago.
Evidence
- 'Unthinking respect for authority is the greatest enemy of truth.' - Albert Einstein # Einstein # science # physics · halpern@universeodon.com · 9
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