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April 26, 2025

It’s better to debate a question without settling it than to settle a question without debating it.

Joseph Joubert (1754-1824), French essayist, moralist, attributed, Jay p.200

Which do you prefer?

He’s right. Dictators can do the latter anytime. Democracy is so slow a form of government because seemingly unending debate is often the norm…and sometimes saves the day.

Communication & Education

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